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The strange and scientific side effects of falling in love

Love goggles are actually a biological reaction

The strange and scientific side effects of falling in love
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03/02/2026 08:00 ‧ 1 day ago | StarsInsider

LIFESTYLE

Biology

Have you ever been in love and found yourself obsessing about the person? Or constantly wanting to hug them? Have you found yourself lying awake at night thinking about them, or completely overlooking any of their flaws?

Well, don’t worry, you haven’t gone temporarily mad. These are all common side effects of falling in love, and they’re not the only ones. Love can really mess with the brain, and the results can range from brilliant to bizarre. 

So, what are the scientific side effects of falling in love? Click on to find out.

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