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Love as a Medical Condition
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A friend working in human rights took two weeks off after losing his concentration due to falling deeply in love. He describes the experience as overwhelming, noting symptoms like sleeplessness and anxiety, while expressing guilt over focusing on himself amidst global conflicts. The author reflects on how medieval society viewed love as an illness, allowing the friend to cope by treating his leave as sick leave.
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