The Science of Love at First Sight - The Nature of Instant Attraction and Long-term Relationship Potential

The Science of Love at First Sight

This article examines the scientific reality of love at first sight. Based on Zsok et al.'s (2017) empirical research, Dion et al.'s (1972) halo effect studies, and Knee's (1998) implicit theories of relationships, we explore the role of physical attractiveness in instant attraction, Big Five personality correlations with susceptibility to love at first sight, longevity data for relationships that began with instant attraction, the psychology of destiny versus growth beliefs, neuroscientific differences between initial passion (dopamine) and long-term attachment (oxytocin), and cultural variations in the concept of love at first sight.