Our oxytocin is soaring because our body thinks we're going to bond more and there's these expectations of bonding. But then also what can be rising in the next few days afterwards is the stress hormone, right? Because if you are stressed and you leave and you're waiting for them to text you, maybe you did something that you didn't want to do. Maybe you took things a little bit faster and you wish you'd taken things a bit slower. The stress hormone cortisol is going to be flooding through your body too. And I think it can help us understand these intense feelings just a little bit more.
This week we dive into the psychology behind hookup culture and casual dating in our 20’s. We are joined by the host of The Openhouse Podcast, Louise Rumball, as we discuss the cultural and societal changes that have contributed to this sexual liberation, what happens to our brain during and after a hookup, empowering ourselves through pleasure but also healthy boundaries and the science and personal stories behind why casual dating may not be for everyone. Listen now!
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