Why Kissing Feels So Pleasurable
02/09/09 - Interesting
“The reason that kissing feels so pleasurable is that it sparks a surge of hormones in our brains, according to new research. Couples who share a passionate kiss this Valentine’s Day will enjoy sensations of relaxation and excitement because of a complex series of chemical processes, as well as their love for their partners… Wendy Hill, professor of psychology at Lafayette College, Pennsylvania began the research to find out why the mundane physical activity of rubbing lips can elicit such a gratifying emotional response.” w/ photo
