Valentine's Week & Libido: The Hormone Truth Revealed

• News18.com's 'Let’s Talk Sex' column addresses sexual health misinformation with scientific insights.
• Valentine's Week creates a psychological environment that can boost libido through dopamine (anticipation) and oxytocin (bonding).
• Dopamine rises with romantic anticipation, while oxytocin increases with physical touch and emotional connection, both enhancing desire.
• Testosterone levels don't spike, but emotional closeness and reduced stress indirectly support healthy testosterone function.
• High cortisol from stress or pressure can suppress libido, highlighting that genuine connection, not obligation, fosters intimacy.