PLoS One July 2010 PMID 20644737

Sexual experience promotes adult neurogenesis in the hippocampus despite an initial elevation in stress hormones.

Benedetta Leuner, Erica R Glasper, Elizabeth Gould

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The overall tone demonstrates a positive reception, with users highlighting the paradox of stress hormones initially rising but ultimately promoting neurogenesis, using words like 'promotes' and 'stimulates', which convey curiosity and approval. The mentions of 'brain health', 'anxiety reduction', and 'neuroplasticity' suggest a recognition of the article's significance, while some discussions touching on stress management and behavioral effects show moderate depth of engagement.

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Most discussions acknowledge the positive findings that sexual activity benefits brain plasticity despite initial stress responses.

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Participants find the subject intriguing, as evidenced by their comments about health, stress, and brain development.

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Comments include references to the underlying mechanisms, implications, and related behavioral aspects, indicating moderate involvement.

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Abstract in brief

  • Sexual experience initially raises stress hormones like corticosterone but still promotes the creation of new neurons in the hippocampus, which is involved in mood and anxiety regulation.
  • Chronic sexual experience does not keep elevating stress hormones but continues to enhance neurogenesis and improve dendritic complexity, contributing to better brain plasticity.
  • The study suggests that rewarding activities like sexual experience can positively influence brain structure and reduce anxiety, even if they initially cause some stress responses.]

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النشاط الجنسي المتكرر مرتبط بالحفاظ على الأداء الإدراكي بشكل أفضل مع تقدم العمر. وجدت أبحاث أخرى أن الجنس مرتبط بتحسين الذاكرة. https://t.co/b6MzFBGopF

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"La experiencia sexual crónica promueve la neurogénesis adulta estimulando el crecimiento y desarrollo de las espinas y la arquitectura dendrítica. Además, reduce el comportamiento similar a la ansiedad." https://t.co/bkxlarQiLG https://t.co/m5nRjJyGiL

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