Why do I want my boyfriend to kiss me? ——Looking at the need for intimate relationships from the perspective of psychology and social hot spots
Recently, "Why do I want my boyfriend to kiss me" has become a hot topic on social media and emotional forums. Based on the hot data of the entire network in the past 10 days (as of October 2023), this article analyzes the reasons behind this phenomenon from the perspectives of scientific research and popular culture.
1. Related data of hot topics across the entire network

| keywords | Search volume increase | Main discussion platform |
|---|---|---|
| The Psychology of Kissing | +320% | Zhihu, Xiaohongshu |
| intimacy needs | +180% | Weibo, Douban |
| physiological liking | +150% | TikTok, B station |
2. Three scientific reasons for the desire to kiss
1.Physiological mechanism driven: Research has found that endorphins and dopamine are released in the brain during kissing. The popular science video "What does the body experience when kissing" has been played 12 million times.
2.emotional validation needs: A poll initiated by an emotional blogger showed that 68% of women believe that "kissing is a ritual behavior that confirms a relationship." The related topic has been read more than 200 million times.
3.Establishing a sense of security: Psychology experts mentioned in a recent popular podcast that the exchange of hormones during kiss can enhance trust between partners.
3. Social and cultural factors
| Influencing factors | Typical cases | Spread the heat |
|---|---|---|
| Influence of film and television works | Kiss scene clip from the recent hit drama "Love Has Fireworks" | Weibo hot search TOP3 |
| Social platform challenges | #IDEALKISSING POSITION CHALLENGE | Douyin plays 80 million+ |
| Popularization of psychology | "5 Facts About Kissing" popular science article | WeChat 100,000+ reading |
4. The true voices of contemporary young people
According to the "Generation Z Intimate Relationship Report" recently released by a dating platform:
| age group | Percentage of people who think kissing is important | Main expectations |
|---|---|---|
| 18-25 years old | 89% | Emotional expression>Physiological needs |
| 26-30 years old | 76% | Intimacy is established |
5. Advice for Healthy Relationships
1.Respect individual differences: The recent hot search #Do I need to ask before kissing# triggered a discussion, and 67% of the respondents supported prior communication.
2.Focus on emotional quality: A psychological counselor pointed out in a popular live broadcast that a good kiss should be based on the comfort of both parties.
3.Treat needs rationally: Avoid topics that are overly beautified by social media and affect your true judgment.
From biological instincts to emotional needs to social and cultural influences, behind the desire to “be kissed” is contemporary people’s deep exploration of healthy intimate relationships. Understanding these motivations can help us build better emotional connections.
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