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Oxytocin stimulates the development of neural connections in neurons born into adulthood – Neuroscience News

Summary: In the olfactory bulb, oxytocin levels rise and peak as new neurons integrate into neural networks. The findings shed new light on adult neurogenesis and brain plasticity. Source: Baylor College of Medicine Learning a new task, mastering a musical instrument, or being able to adapt to the ever-changing environment are all possible thanks to …

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