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Unit 2 - Biological Approach To Behaviour

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Unit 1 - Research Methodology

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Unit 3 - Cognitive Approach To Behaviour

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Unit 4 - Sociocultural Approach To Behaviour

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Performing Arts

Unit 6 - Health psychology

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Unit 7 - Pyschology Of Human Relationships

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Unit 8 - Developmental psychology

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Unit 9 - Internal Assessment

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Unit 10 - The IB Curriculum - A Conceptual Model

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	<li>It&#39;s a chemical concoction whipped up in the kitchen of our brain known as the hypothalamus.</li>
	<li>Our pituitary gland acts like the delivery guy, releasing oxytocin into our bloodstream.</li>
	<li>Oxytocin&#39;s nicknames? The love hormone, the bonding hormone, and our favorite &ndash; the cuddle chemical! 🥰</li>
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	<li>🤱 Childbirth &amp; Breastfeeding: Oxytocin gets released when a mother breastfeeds, acting like superglue, enhancing the bond between mom and baby.</li>
	<li>💏 Social Bonding: Think of every time you&#39;ve hugged or kissed someone. Oxytocin is the sneaky little hormone making you feel all warm and fuzzy inside</li>
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	<li>Setup: 16 dogs, a squirt of oxytocin or placebo up their noses, one human owner, one dog buddy, and a room. Plus, four spy cams to catch all the action! 🎥</li>
	<li>Owner&#39;s Role: Sit on a chair, shift positions every 10 minutes, but no dog petting allowed.</li>
	<li>The Outcome: Dogs with the oxytocin boost were like teenagers at a concert. They just couldn&rsquo;t keep away from their owners. They sniffed, licked, gave gentle nudges, played, and loved the body contact.</li>
	<li>Bonus Outcome: Dogs also became BFFs with the other dog in the room when they got the oxytocin spray.</li>
	<li>Twist in the Story: The oxytocin effect was a two-way street! Dogs that interacted more had higher oxytocin levels in their blood. It&#39;s like social media - the more you interact, the more notifications (oxytocin) you get!</li>
	<li>Conclusion: Oxytocin is like the relationship manager in the world of mammals. It ensures everyone stays tight-knit and close.</li>
	<li>Shoutout: The researchers were real gentlemen, thanking the dogs in their paper. After all, every participant deserves appreciation, even if they have tails!</li>
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	<li>Attachment: The bond between a mother and baby through activities like breastfeeding due to oxytocin isn&#39;t just a human thing, animals feel it too.</li>
	<li>The Big Question: Could oxytocin also influence other behaviors? Maybe it plays Cupid, making us trust someone, or keeps couples together, ensuring fidelity? Or, imagine if it&#39;s the referee, stopping inter-group conflicts? 🤝</li>
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💡 Final Thought: Next time you hug someone, just remember there&#39;s a bit of chemistry involved. Literal chemistry! 💡

Oxytocin: The Love Hormone's Mysteries Unveiled!

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Unit 2 - Biological Approach To Behaviour

Oxytocin: The Love Hormone's Mysteries Unveiled!

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Oxytocin: The Love Hormone's Mysteries Unveiled!

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