Dr. Gita Gnanadesikan explains how interactions with dogs affect oxytocin levels in children and dogs. The research found that pet dogs increased oxytocin in children, linked to shared focus, while unfamiliar dogs showed a decrease. This study highlights the role of companion animals in fostering social bonds and child development.
-- Video Chapters --
0:00 - What is Research Recap
0:36 - Dr. Gita Introduction
1:19 - Experiment questions
2:54 - Clinical trial with 3 conditions
4:02 - Biomarker selection (Oxytocin and Cortisol)
4:47 - Puppy video
5:23 - Cortisol as a stress hormone
6:32 - Why did you use Arbor Assays' Oxytocin ELISA kit?
8:58 - Study results
12:10 - 3 Takeaways
15:39 - Wrap up
15:56 - Contact information for Dr. Gita
16:09 - Want to be a guest on an episode?