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Oxytocin receptor gene variation predicts empathic concern and autonomic arousal while perceiving harm to others.

Social neuroscience - 1 Feb 2014

Smith Karen E, Porges Eric C, Norman Greg J, Connelly Jessica J, Decety Jean

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Recent research indicates that the neuropeptide oxytocin and the gene for the oxytocin receptor (OXTR) have been implicated in the modulation of various social behaviors, including those related to empathy and sensitivity to others. In this study, we examine the hypothesis that genetic variation in OXTR is associated with autonomic reactions when perceiving others in distress. We also explore the possibility that...

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PMID: 24295535
DOI: 10.1080/17470919.2013.863223
PMCID: PMC3923324

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