Hormone Oxytocin Found to Enhance Trust in Less Trusting Men

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Published: 2026-08-12T07:00:00Z
Category: science
Source: Informationsdienst Wissenschaft
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Research from the University of Zurich indicates that oxytocin specifically increases trusting behavior in men who naturally exhibit lower levels of trust. This study provides clear evidence, settling a long-standing scientific discussion about the hormone's role in promoting trust. The findings contribute to understanding human social behavior.

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