Quiz: The Science of Love
Medically Reviewed by Zilpah Sheikh, MD on August 28, 2023
Question 1/15
Love at first sight is real.
- True
- False
Question 2/15
How is new love like obsessive-compulsive disorder?
- Your levels of serotonin, the "feel-good" hormone, go up
- Your levels of serotonin go down
- Your brain gives conflicting messages
Question 3/15
What chemical kicks in when you fall in love?
- Dopamine
- Adrenaline
- Norepinephrine
- All of the above
Question 4/15
If you like the smell of a man's sweat, you may be a good match in:
- Emotional outlook
- Immune systems
- Personality
Question 5/15
Men are drawn to women who are ovulating.
- True
- False
Question 6/15
When women are ovulating, they're drawn to men with:
- Square jaws
- A sense of humor
- Distinct cheekbones
- All of the above
Question 7/15
Which is an aphrodisiac for men and women?
- Oysters
- Chocolate
- Testosterone
- All of the above
Question 8/15
Being in love is like being addicted.
- True
- False
Question 9/15
What do "cuddle hormones" do?
- Make people giddy
- Prevent sex addiction
- Help people bond
Question 10/15
One female waist-to-hip shape appeals to men above all others.
- True
- False
Question 11/15
Your voice can be a clue to your:
- Body type
- Personality
- Sexual skills
Question 12/15
The brain may react differently to sex hormones, depending on whether a person is gay, lesbian, or straight.
- True
- False
Question 13/15
A balanced face is sexually attractive.
- True
- False
Question 14/15
Human pheromones are a proven turn-on.
- True
- False
Question 15/15
In mating choices, opposites attract.
- True
- False