Evidence supporting the use of: Oxytocin
For the health condition: Emotional Sensitivity

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Oxytocin, often referred to as the "love hormone" or "bonding hormone," is a neuropeptide that plays a critical role in social bonding, emotional regulation, and attachment behaviors. There is scientific interest in oxytocin’s effects on emotional sensitivity, largely due to its involvement in enhancing trust, empathy, and prosocial behaviors. Research indicates that intranasal administration of oxytocin can influence emotional recognition, particularly increasing sensitivity to social cues and improving emotional empathy in both healthy individuals and those with certain psychiatric conditions, such as autism spectrum disorder and social anxiety disorder. Some studies have shown that oxytocin can heighten the perception of social stimuli, making individuals more attuned to the emotions of others. However, the results are mixed and context-dependent; in some cases, oxytocin may also increase sensitivity to negative social cues or exacerbate emotional distress in vulnerable populations. While there is a moderate amount of clinical evidence supporting oxytocin’s role in modulating emotional sensitivity, the strength and consistency of the findings vary, and the long-term effects and safety profile are not fully established. Therefore, while oxytocin is not a conventional or approved treatment for emotional sensitivity, there is a scientific basis for its investigation in this area, warranting a moderate evidence rating.

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