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Kissing: A New Link to Depression and Anxiety?

6/12/2025

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A groundbreaking study from Iran reveals that kissing might not just spread affection but also depression and anxiety. The findings suggest that one partner's mental health can significantly impact the other’s within six months, as bacteria exchanged during kisses may disrupt oral microbiota, intertwining emotional and physical well-being in couples.

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A groundbreaking study from Iran reveals that kissing might not just spread affection but also depression and anxiety. The findings suggest that one partner's mental health can significantly impact the other’s within six months, as bacteria exchanged during kisses may disrupt oral microbiota, intertwining emotional and physical well-being in couples.