Chinese teen diagnosed with ‘love brain’ after obsessive calls

TNR Desk

A Chinese teenage girl has been diagnosed with what experts are calling “love brain” after her relentless barrage of calls and messages to her boyfriend raised concerns about her mental health.

The 18-year-old, identified as Xiaoyu, found herself consumed by obsession, bombarding her boyfriend with hundreds of calls and messages daily. What initially began as a sweet romance during her first year at university quickly spiralled into an unhealthy fixation, leaving both Xiaoyu and her boyfriend distressed. The “love brain” diagnosis has hitherto been unheard of.

Resorting to extreme measures
According to reports from Yueniu News, Xiaoyu’s escalating need for her boyfriend’s attention and presence became increasingly demanding, signalling a deeper emotional turmoil.

Dr Du Na, a specialist at The Fourth People’s Hospital of Chengdu, shed light on the severity of Xiaoyu’s condition, revealing that she made over 100 phone calls to her boyfriend in a single day. Xiaoyu’s frustration reached alarming levels, leading her to resort to extreme measures such as throwing household objects and making threats of self-harm when unable to reach her partner.

Viral video shows desperation
A viral video clip on social media depicted Xiaoyu’s relentless attempts to contact her boyfriend via video calls, showcasing her overwhelming desperation.

Xiaoyu’s diagnosis has sparked widespread online discussion, with many recognising the underlying mental health issues at play. While some have labelled her as a “control freak”, others have expressed empathy, acknowledging the reality of her distressing mental health condition. This case serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing and supporting individuals struggling with mental health challenges, particularly in matters of relationships and emotional well-being.