Passionate Kisses May Transfer Stress: Study Reveals Gender Differences

Do passionate kisses transfer anxiety and stress? A recent study suggests a link, particularly affecting women. The study, discussed on Univision's Primer Impacto, found that women who shared intimate contact with a stressed partner experienced an increase in cortisol levels after six months. Dr. Juan Rivera, a medical expert, explained the findings, highlighting the exchange of saliva and microorganisms during kissing. "In this particular study, it was shown that women were more vulnerable to that increase in cortisol after six months of living with that person who had stress and, obviously, who kissed them," Dr. Rivera stated. However, he also cautioned about the limitations of the study. The report underscores the complexities of relationships and the potential impact of stress on intimate partners. Further research is needed to fully understand this phenomenon.