Romero

What was the main aim of the Romero et al. (2014) study?

• To study the effects of oxytocin on aggression in dogs

• To study the role of oxytocin in promoting social bonds in mammals

• To investigate the genetic basis of oxytocin production

• To examine the effects of oxytocin on human social behavior

How many dogs participated in the study?

• 10

• 12

• 16

• 20

What method was used to administer oxytocin to the dogs?

• Oral tablets

• Intravenous injection

• Intranasal spray

• Subcutaneous injection

What was the control condition in the study?

• Dogs received a placebo spray

• Dogs received no treatment

• Dogs received a different hormone

• Dogs were given a saline injection

What behavior was primarily observed in the dogs after oxytocin administration?

• Increased aggression

• Increased social affiliation

• Decreased activity levels

• Increased anxiety

How did the researchers measure social affiliation in the dogs?

• By recording the number of barks

• By observing interactions with their owners and other dogs

• By measuring heart rate

• By tracking movement with GPS

What was a significant finding of the study regarding dogs treated with oxytocin?

• They showed less interest in their owners

• They were more aggressive towards other dogs

• They showed higher levels of social behaviors like following, licking, and nuzzling

• They became more independent

What conclusion did the researchers draw from the study?

• Oxytocin has no effect on social behavior in dogs

• Oxytocin facilitates the maintenance of close social bonds in mammals

• Oxytocin increases aggression in social settings

• Oxytocin decreases anxiety in dogs

What was a limitation of the study mentioned by the researchers?

• Large sample size

• Lack of a control group

• Inconsistent results

• Small sample size

Why is the study by Romero et al. (2014) significant?

• It provides evidence that oxytocin can be used to treat aggression in dogs

• It shows that oxytocin has no effect on social behavior

• It highlights the role of oxytocin in promoting social bonds, which can be compared to human studies

• It proves that oxytocin is only effective in humans