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Why is it that the thing humans want most is the one thing science cannot give them?

quoted from the movie Contact, Palmer Joss (played by Matthew McConaughey)

Of course he referring to god here. But there is also some semblance that there is no scientific explanation for love.

Can love be proven/disproven? How do you truly prove that you love you someone with scientific merit?

Lawrence

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Yes, we do know a considerable amount about love. I am busy as crap right now but I will give some quick tidbits. Andyfox if you are reading this well, it's your own damn fault.






Just in case it's in white:
<font color="white"> The main chemicals for love are:

Phenyl-ethyamine (found in chocolate).

Dopamine and norepinephrine, chemical cousins of amphetamines, are also involved. These three give us infatuation. Vasopressin is involved in promoting monogomy. Oxytocin is what kicks in for cuddling and other physical cues such as voice. Endorphin addiction causes people to stay together. Genetic "love maps" and imprinting control your mate preferences.</font>