[GUEST ACCESS MODE: Data is scrambled or limited to provide examples. Make requests using your API key to unlock full data. Check https://lunarcrush.ai/auth for authentication information.]  Neuroscience News [@NeuroscienceNew](/creator/twitter/NeuroscienceNew) on x 504.3K followers Created: 2025-07-14 20:36:25 UTC Hormones Shape Love and Lust Differently in Male & Female Brains Researchers have uncovered how a specific brain circuit in the prefrontal cortex drives sex-specific social and reproductive behaviors. The study reveals that identical neural circuits produce opposite effects in males and females, depending on hormonal states and biological sex. In female mice, the circuit integrates oxytocin and ovarian hormone signals to promote receptivity and interest in mating during fertile periods. In males, however, activation of the same circuit suppresses sexual interest. This discovery highlights how shared brain architecture is finely tuned by hormones to produce distinct behaviors. Understanding this mechanism may shed light on sex differences in social behavior and mental health disorders.  XXXXX engagements  **Related Topics** [neural](/topic/neural) [Post Link](https://x.com/NeuroscienceNew/status/1944858543892398320)
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Hormones Shape Love and Lust Differently in Male & Female Brains
Researchers have uncovered how a specific brain circuit in the prefrontal cortex drives sex-specific social and reproductive behaviors.
The study reveals that identical neural circuits produce opposite effects in males and females, depending on hormonal states and biological sex.
In female mice, the circuit integrates oxytocin and ovarian hormone signals to promote receptivity and interest in mating during fertile periods.
In males, however, activation of the same circuit suppresses sexual interest.
This discovery highlights how shared brain architecture is finely tuned by hormones to produce distinct behaviors.
Understanding this mechanism may shed light on sex differences in social behavior and mental health disorders.
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Related Topics neural