Compassion - Bridging Practice and Science - page 230

Chapter 13
Mind your Hormones!
The Endocrinology of Compassion
Oxytocin increases trust and generosity
Compassion reduces stress-related hormones such as cortisol
Immune molecule interleukin is increased through compassionate doctors
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