The hormones vasopressin and oxytocin are associated with _______________ and might be related to ________
A) positive social relationships; good health
B) positive social relationships; poor health
C) childhood stress; good health
D) childhood stress; poor health
Answer: A
Rationale: Higher oxytocin and vasopressin levels are associated with positive social interactions. Both of these hormones also interact with the immune system, specifically to reduce inflammation.
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