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How does love make you sick?

Do you have a friend who is a real germaphobe, but has no issues kissing a friend or drinking from the same glass as a partner? Joshua Tybur (VU Amsterdam) tells you what it is about love and affection that makes us ok with actions that could lead to infectious diseases.

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Dr. Joshua Tybur

Dr. Joshua Tybur is a social psychologist at VU Amsterdam

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