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When a sudden pang of disgust ruins your romance

16 mins | Aug 8, 2022
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Got the ick? Ever felt repulsed by the person you’re supposed to be attracted to? Rhik Samadder explains the history of the ‘ick’, a romantic gut reaction, and what to do when it strikes. Also, British psychologist Philippa Perry reflects its psychological meaning.

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