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EPISODE · May 24, 2023 · 50 MIN

The Science of Falling in Love

from A Little Help For Our Friends · host Dr. Kibby McMahon

Message us here!Falling in love can be one of the most invigorating yet terrifying experiences of our lives. But what is it, really? When can we trust the fall and when should we stay cautious? In this episode, we discuss the science of falling in love and by reviewing some theories from psychological research. We also discuss the experiences of falling in loves from our own lives and evidence-based tips to understanding its impact on our well-being. Resources:Aron, A., Paris, M., & Aron, E. N. (1995). Falling in love: Prospective studies of self-concept change. Journal of personality and social psychology, 69(6), 1102.​Brogaard, B. (2019). Love in Contemporary Psychology and Neuroscience. In The Routledge Handbook of Love in Philosophy (pp. 465-478). Routledge.Support the showIf you're navigating someone's mental health or emotional issues, join KulaMind, our community and support platform. In KulaMind, we'll help you set healthy boundaries, advocate for yourself, and support your loved one. Follow @kulamind on Instagram for podcast updates and science-backed insights on staying sane while loving someone emotionally explosive. For more info about this podcast, check out: www.alittlehelpforourfriends.com

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