Getting To Know Basorexia, Obsession Of Kissing Related To Release Of Dopamine

Illustration of the cause of being obsessed with kissing or basorexia according to psychology (Freepic)

YOGYAKARTA Basorexia is included in the dynamics of human emotions that are interesting but less well known. This term comes from the Greek word, stale, which means kissing and rexia meaning hunger. The terminology forms the meaning of a strong desire or obsession for kissing. According to psychologist Peter Sear, Ph.D., which focuses on empathy and understanding emotions, basorexia is complex, diverse emotions, and has been researched since time immemorial.

Kissing has become a universal behavior of humans that goes beyond cultural boundaries. Functioning as communication, bonding, even dating. From a biological point of view, kissing triggers the release of oxytocin, hormones associated with empathy, bonding, and entanglement. The release of this hormone creates a sense of joy and intimacy. Human innate desire for physical relationships and affection can be considered as the basis for basorexia.

Basorexia appears in various ways, ranging from the preference for kissing to the anxiety of committing the act itself. People who experience basorexia, may often daydream about kissing or constantly looking for opportunities to do this intimate act. Even thinking about and mentioning just a kiss, can evoke intense emotional and physical responses that cause enormous desire in these activities.

The psychological implications of basorexia, because it is recognized as a clinical disorder, perhaps someone who experiences it needs a fundamental need for emotional closeness and intimacy. The desire to connect through kissing, has the potential to compensate for emotional needs that are not met. Or referred to as a mechanism for overcoming loneliness or anxiety, reported by Psychology Today, Sunday, February 4.

Basorexia is also associated with the release of dopamine, neurotransmitters related to pleasure and appreciation. Kissing, can stimulate the system of brain awards and cause euphoria, satisfaction, and encourage bond inter-individual entanglement. This neurological response may explain why individuals with basorexia are increasingly interested in kissing as a means of seeking pleasure and emotional satisfaction.

Cultural and social factors that view kissing as a taboo subject make it difficult for people with basorexia to fulfill their desires so that a sense of guilt or shame arises. For individuals experiencing basorexia, managing and accepting this desire can be a complicated balance. Open communication with partners, expressing their needs, and understanding personal boundaries is important for managing complicated emotions for a person with basorexia. In addition, exploring alternative physical forms of affection, such as hugging, hugging, or holding hands, can provide a sense of intimacy and connection outside the kiss.