Scientists have unveiled the first comprehensive brain map detailing the regions activated in prairie voles during mating and pair bonding. This small Midwestern rodent, known for forming long-term monogamous relationships, has provided a fascinating glimpse into the complexities of attachment and love. The study, published in the journal eLife, reveals that both male and female voles experience nearly identical patterns of brain activity across 68 distinct regions during the stages of mating, bonding, and the development of a stable, enduring bond. The findings also point to a surprising conn…