Wired for Love

A renowned neuroscientist's deeply personal exploration of love, loss, and the brain's remarkable capacity for connection.
At thirty-seven, Dr. Stephanie Cacioppo was content being single, fulfilled by her groundbreaking research on the neuroscience of romantic love. That changed when she met the world's foremost expert on loneliness, leading to a whirlwind romance, marriage, and a shared office at the University of Chicago. After seven inseparable years, Stephanie lost her beloved husband, John, following his intense battle with cancer.
In Wired for Love, Stephanie weaves together a captivating science story and a poignant love story. She shares illuminating insights into how and why we fall in love, what sustains love, and how we process love lost—all grounded in cutting-edge findings in brain chemistry and behavioral science. Her moving personal narrative and pioneering work enrich each other, creating a singular blend of science and lyricism that's essential reading for anyone seeking connection.