The article discusses the phenomenon of crushes, defined by the Royal Spanish Academy as a state of alienation similar to drug effects. Initially attributed to youth, research by psychologist Lucia O'Sullivan reveals that crushes are also prevalent among adults, often occurring in committed relationships. These feelings may boost mood due to dopamine release linked to fantasies about potential connections. While idealization can lead to disappointment upon deeper acquaintance, successful connections can lead to fulfilling intimate relationships, highlighting the complex nature of attraction and intimacy in adults.
Young people tend to be more naive about their sexuality and see crushes as a step towards developing their skills in intimacy.
Adults can experience crushes due to pleasure derived from goal-reaching, linked to the brain's reward system and dopamine release.
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