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Lemurs' Social Equality Linked to Reduced Aggression

4/27/2025

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A groundbreaking study from Duke University uncovers that lemur species with more equal social structures boast higher levels of oxytocin receptors in the amygdala, leading to reduced aggression. This evolution hints at a shift towards greater gender equality, offering valuable insights into oxytocin's influence on social behavior across various species, including humans.

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A groundbreaking study from Duke University uncovers that lemur species with more equal social structures boast higher levels of oxytocin receptors in the amygdala, leading to reduced aggression. This evolution hints at a shift towards greater gender equality, offering valuable insights into oxytocin's influence on social behavior across various species, including humans.