Giannis Pelopida, Thipsuda Muenpho

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Giannis Pelopida, Thipsuda Muenpho

"Summary of 'Romantic Love Lasts Only a year.'"

 Italian scientists have found that the chemical in the brain which makes us romantic disappears over a year. They say there are wonderful and confident feelings at the start of a relationship but they do not last forever. Researchers discovered changes in levels of a chemical called Nerve Growth Factor (NGF). NGF levels come from the rush of adrenalin. The researchers say the chemical fades over a year or when the people have become secure in a relationship. Leader Dr. Enzo Emanuele reported and demonstrated for the first time that NGF are elevated among people in love.They found increased levels of NGF in the new romantics. They also said NGF  perhaps made young men buy red roses and candlelit dinners.

What is the name of the chemical that increases when people fall in love?

- The mane of the chemical that increases when people fall in love is Nerve Growth Factor (NGF).

According to the story, how long does romantic love last?

- According to the story, romantic love last over a year.

How many volunteers were in the study? Were they in love or not?

- 58 volunteers

- Yes, had recently fallen in love  

The researchers compared the volunteers to another group? How were they different from the volunteers?

 - Yes, They were different: single and in steady relationships

When do people get sweaty palms and butterflies in the stomach?

- People who have fallen in love.