A neuroscientist explains how to break free from romantic infatuation
Summary
This article discusses the condition called "limerence," a strong romantic infatuation that can lead to emotional highs and lows. Neuroscientist Tom Bellamy explains how limerence can become unhealthy and provides guidance on overcoming it in his book "Smitten: Romantic Obsession, the Neuroscience of Limerence and How to Make Love Last."Key Facts
- "Limerence" is a term for intense romantic obsession with another person.
- The concept was introduced by psychologist Dorothy Tennov in the 1970s.
- Tom Bellamy is a neuroscientist who wrote a book on dealing with limerence.
- Limerence can cause emotional highs when feelings are mutual but may lead to anxiety if not reciprocated.
- Bellamy gives advice on identifying and breaking the cycle of limerence.
- Symptoms of limerence include constant thoughts about the person and overlooking their negative traits.
- People often develop unhealthy limerence for those who are unavailable or unsuitable for a relationship.
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