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Social Behavior Neuropeptides

Neuropeptides mediating social bonding, recognition, and interaction.

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social-behavior bonding neuropeptide

Social Behavior Neuropeptides

Overview

Neuropeptides mediating social bonding, recognition, and interaction.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameSocial Behavior Neuropeptides

Mechanism of Action

Oxytocin and vasopressin systems in brain mediate social recognition and bonding behavior.

References

  • Wikipept Peptide Database
  • Primary literature (see individual entries)

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameSocial Behavior Neuropeptides
CategoryNeuropeptides

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