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A hormone called oxytocin, which is highest in nursing mothers, has been shown in laboratory studies to reduce stress hormone levels and turn down the intensity of the fight-or-flight response.
Genetic Error
A mistake or mutation in the genetic material, leading to alterations in the DNA sequence that may affect an individual's development or function.
Evolutionary Psychologists
Scientists who study the adaptations, psychological mechanisms, and behaviors that have evolved over time to solve specific survival and reproductive challenges.
Evolutionary Adaptations
Changes in organisms over generations due to natural selection, which improve their ability to survive and reproduce in a particular environment.
Psychological Sex Differences
Refers to the distinctions in behavior, cognition, and emotional processing that are typically observed between males and females, often rooted in biological, environmental, and social influences.
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