Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes

00:00 Introduction to Oxytocin 00:28 Why Oxytocin Matters: Key Health Benefits 01:52 What is Oxytocin? Role in the Brain 02:59 Oxytocin and Survival: Bonding and Threat 03:17 Oxytocin’s Impact on the Nervous System 04:07 Stress Reduction, Safety, and Oxytocin 05:06 Therapeutic Applications: Animal-Assisted Interventions 06:07 Circadian Rhythms and Sleep Improvement 07:12 Oxytocin and Sleep Quality 09:05 Physical Healing, Immunity, and Stress 09:56 Anti-inflammatory Effects and Immunity 13:05 Gut Health and Nutrient Absorption 16:04 Oxytocin’s Role in Nutrition and Metabolism 17:26 Oxytocin and Immune System Strength 18:49 Pain, Healing, and Energy with Oxytocin 21:31 Appetite, Weight, and Emotional Eating 24:19 Hormones and Long-Term Stress Effects 26:08 Oxytocin, Estrogen, Testosterone, and Behavior 28:20 Oxytocin and Mental Health Disorders 31:31 Oxytocin: Serotonin, Dopamine, and Brain Chemistry 33:07 Anxiety, Social Cues, and Cognitive Functions 35:51 Oxytocin in ADHD, Autism, and Avoidance 39:58 Oxytocin’s Role in PTSD, Trauma, and Personality Disorders 45:00 Interpersonal Effects and Empathy 47:47 How Context and Safety Shape Oxytocin’s Impact 52:02 Diet, Nutrition, and Lifestyle Strategies 53:20 Behavioral Practices to Boost Oxytocin 58:49 Social Bonding, Forest Bathing, and Unique Boosters 01:00:05 Physical Warmth, Touch, and Laughter 01:01:02 Collaboration and Social Activities 01:02:04 Summary: Oxytocin as the Survival Hormone 01:03:08 Q&A, Gut Health Stories, and Closing Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices