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Psychologist's insights: The mechanism of falling in love
04.01.2024 00:30
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:21
While it might seem silly to some people, falling in love can actually impact your whole body a lot.
From your hormones to other body processes, this feeling can change your life a lot.
Let's find out more about how it works.
Emotional response
When you fall in love, you experience intense emotions like happiness, excitement, and a sense of connection.
These emotions can be so strong that they often dominate your thoughts and feelings.
Brain chemistry
Love activates certain chemicals in the brain.
One important chemical is dopamine, often called the "feel-good" neurotransmitter.
It creates feelings of pleasure and reward, making you feel happy and excited when you're around the person you love.
Euphoria and obsession
The release of dopamine can lead to a natural high, creating a sense of euphoria and obsession.
You may find yourself constantly thinking about the person, daydreaming about them, and wanting to spend more time with them.
Increased heart rate
Falling in love can make your heart beat faster.
This is because emotional excitement triggers the release of adrenaline, a hormone that increases heart rate and blood flow.
It's similar to the feeling of excitement or nervousness.
Physical sensations
Love can also cause physical sensations in the body.
You may experience "butterflies in the stomach," a fluttering or tingling sensation in the abdomen.
These sensations are linked to the release of stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline.
Bonding and attachment
Love involves the hormone oxytocin, often called the "love hormone."
Oxytocin promotes bonding and attachment between people.
It creates a sense of trust and strengthens emotional connections.
Loss of appetite or sleep disturbances
Some people may experience changes in appetite or sleep patterns when they're in love.
They may feel less hungry or have difficulty sleeping due to the excitement and preoccupation with the person they love.
Previously, we talked about dealing with loneliness.
