The psychology behind “the ick”: Study links sudden dating turn-offs to narcissism and perfectionism

The psychology behind “the ick”: Study links sudden dating turn-offs to narcissism and perfectionism

Why do some people experience a sudden, almost visceral repulsion toward a romantic partner—seemingly out of nowhere? A new study published in Personality and Individual Differences sheds light on this phenomenon, often called “the ick.” The research suggests that people who are more prone to disgust, who hold others to high standards, or who score higher in narcissism are more likely to experience the ick. Although often triggered by seemingly …