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Why do we scratch an itch?

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Why do we scratch an itch even though it makes it worse?

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Submitted by JV Chamary

Two Words: Instant

Thu, 2010-05-20 13:39
Guest

Two Words: Instant Gratification.

Eleni, from Cyprus

itch

Thu, 2010-05-20 12:08
Guest

Because it just feels so damn good! Sometimes, a good itch is just what the doctor ordered - instant instant gratification!

Social Scientist, Cambridge

Satisfying

Thu, 2010-05-20 11:54
Guest

We scratch because we want to remove the irritant & it also satisfies the itch for a moment before it comes back with a vengeance.

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