New research identifies a hormonal imbalance linked to PTSD
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Researchers found that individuals with PTSD exhibit lower oxytocin and higher vasopressin levels compared to non-traumatized groups. This hormonal imbalance, particularly the vasopressin-to-oxytocin ratio, could serve as a key indicator of PTSD.
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Original Title: New research identifies a hormonal imbalance linked to PTSD. Researchers found that individuals diagnosed with PTSD showed reduced levels of the hormone oxytocin and elevated levels of vasopressin, a hormone involved in stress response.