Tampa (BLOOM) – Limerence is no ordinary crush or infatuation—it is an intense romantic obsession that can consume individuals, leaving them spellbound and enraptured. In this article, we will explore ...

This is a story that starts with you, in kindergarten, placing your mat next to the boy you like at nap time. When you get to sixth grade, you cross your fingers under your seat—hoping to see his name ...

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How an intense longing for a romantic connection can lead to a serious addiction. By Amanda McCracken Amanda McCracken is a freelance journalist and essayist writing a book about limerence based on ...

In her latest film "Marry Me" (out Friday), Jennifer Lopez's character decides to marry a random concert-goer (Owen Wilson) she spots in the crowd. While it's a less-than-ordinary scenario, it raises ...

Limerence involves an obsessive infatuation with a specific person. This individual’s feelings toward the person with limerence are typically unclear. This can cause the individual with limerence to ...

This article was originally published on May 16, 2023, in Broadcast—a magazine by Pioneer Works that encourages radical thinking across the arts, sciences, music, and technology. Subscribe to their ...

Word of the Day: Limerence: Limerence is an intense, all-consuming romantic longing, a psychological state of involuntary ...

Limerence is a unique phenomenon that goes beyond simple attraction. It is an overwhelming preoccupation with someone, where thoughts of them dominate our minds and hearts. It’s that inexplicable ...