Posted by uncouth on March 10, 2014, at 13:55:15
Hi all,
Has anyone had any experience or done any research on the use of oxytocin intranasal spray?
I am BP2, and have addictive/compulsive tendencies that tend to wax and wane, some low grade anxiety but significant issues with the motivation and reward of socialization. I just prefer to be by myself, but I "really" don't prefer it. I have some friends, but very limited romantic relationships or much desire to reach out and socialize with new people or groups even if it would give the opportunity for sexual encounters. I do not feel "social anxiety" in the physical sense, per se, it's more like just total disinterest due to either mental fears, learned behavior, or, quite frankly, my judgement and dislike of other people, and my fear of receiving that in return.
I'm just not a very open person despite having the actual ability to socialize and talk just fine! Something is off though :(
HAs anyone used oxytocin -- for anything??? Details please? What effect on mood, socialization, motivation, mood stability, -- anything. I also hear it is being trailed for addiction and compulsive issues.
I do -- and perhaps this is an important signal -- I LOVE massage. Not sexual massage, just being touched in a clinical, massage setting. I think i'd prefer getting a really good massage to sex, to be honest, unless I was really really really into the person and had feelings for them.
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