The inner dynamics of positive human-animal interactions: investigating the roles of oxytocin, opioids, dopamine, serotonin and the proteome
Océane Schmitt, Suzanne Truong, Winfried Otten, Hana Volkmann, Julia Greiner, Marlies Dolezal, Karin Hummel, Attilio Rocchi, Jean‐Loup Rault
This study examines how human-pig interactions affect neurotransmitter and proteome levels, finding significant effects on beta-endorphin and 5-HIAA but not on oxytocin, dopamine metabolites, or the proteome.
Psychoneuroendocrinology · Nov 3, 2025Peer-reviewedAnimal Behavior & Cognition