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Falling in love is like being 'high' on drugs, new research reveals.

Meeting somebody special gives us the same buzz as cocaine and other illegal substances, a study found.

Findings show the feelings of giddiness and butterflies in our stomach we experience when falling for somebody triggers certain brain cells.

Previous research shows specific brain cell activation causes a surge in the 'feel good' hormone dopamine, which is also released after recreational drug use.

Researchers believe the findings give insight into how we can influence social interactions, which may one day benefit patients suffering from autism.