In this Q&A with @MentalWealth_me , neuroscientist, writer and academic, Dr. Tom Bellamy, explains the fascinating phenomenon of Limerence — an intense, romantic state of profound infatuation when reciprocation of feelings from a limerent object is uncertain. Estimates suggest that limerence affects millions of people worldwide.
We explore the differences between limerence and love, how the different attachment styles impact our propensity for limerent thinking and what happens when someone in a long-term relationship experiences limerence. Dr. Bellamy shares his expertise on navigating limerence and its connection to personality disorders.
In his latest book, “Smitten”, Dr. Bellamy explores the limerent brain and provides a detailed three-step method for managing limerence.
