Oxytocin: A Key to Unlocking Social Connection in Autism & Beyond

In my experience, oxytocin has the power to transform relationships. I have seen it in my patients—and even in myself. It enhances all human connections, even improving difficult or hostile relationships. The closer the bond, the stronger the effect. Partners, family, friends, colleagues—even new acquaintances—can all benefit from the warmth oxytocin brings.

At first, I was surprised by how much more sociable and warm-hearted I felt. Then, over time, I realized I genuinely enjoyed social interactions in a way I never had before. Can we sum it up by saying oxytocin gives you the joy of living? Absolutely. But more than that—it spreads the joy of living to those around you.

When you take oxytocin, you do not just feel better; you become more sympathetic, making others feel better too. Oxytocin has been shown to improve sociability and communication, enhance warmheartedness and trust, and strengthen affection and attachment.