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The 'cuddle chemical' that may help treat problem drinking

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Mostly known for its role in inducing labour or making people affectionate, a new study of alcohol-dependent rats shows oxytocin may have a role in controlling drinking.


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Mostly known for its role in inducing labour or making people affectionate, a new study of alcohol-dependent rats shows oxytocin may have a role in controlling drinking.



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