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Toxoplasmosis - a parasite cats carry that can change your behaviour. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/are-cats-responsible-for-ldquo-cat-ladies-rdqu

• alfromspace 7y ago
  Probably has more to do with how humans are wired to react to their "cute" or baby-like appearances, e.g. large eyes and heads. I can also say I've always wanted to bury my head in cat tummies, and I recently tested negative for Toxoplasmosis. AFAIK, the infection is more correlated with making men more introverted and depressed and women more extroverted and manic.
  • howard941 7y ago
    I continue to satisfy my snuggle urge with the rest of you all in spite of 2 out of 3 @home kitty's reaction, latching onto the sides of my head with claws fully extended with vigorous rabbit kicks thrown in because why not? Since I keep doing it I think I need a toxo test, ECT, or something. Is the test for toxoplasmosis a blood test that requires a prescription?
    • alfromspace 7y ago
      Again, I don't believe there's any evidence Toxoplasmosis makes people irrationally interested in cuddling with cats. I had a blood test done at my doctor's office to investigate a swollen lymph node and they included the toxo test on the panel.