The Power of Touch
Oxytocin, often triggered by various stimuli, plays a crucial role in bonding between mother and infant, particularly during birth. The passage through the vaginal canal may enhance this connection, as evidenced in rodent studies. Additionally, social touch, akin to grooming in primates, activates unspecialized sensors in our skin, highlighting the ancient significance of physical touch in fostering relationships.In this clip
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