Olfactory impairment is one of the more unique symptoms of COVID-19 infection and has therefore enjoyed increased public attention in recent months. Olfactory impairment has various implications and consequences ranging from difficulty detecting dangerous pathogens to hindering social functioning and social behaviors. We provide an overview of how olfactory impairment can impact 3 types of close social relationships: family relationships, friendships, and romantic relationships. Evidence is divided into several categories representing potential mechanisms by which olfactory impairment can impact close social relationships: bonding disruptions, decreased social support, missed group-eating experiences, hygiene concerns, and altered sexual behaviors. We conclude with a discussion of emerging future research questions.

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嗅觉障碍和密切的社会关系。叙事评论

嗅觉障碍是 COVID-19 感染较为独特的症状之一，因此近几个月来受到越来越多的公众关注。嗅觉障碍具有各种影响和后果，从难以检测危险病原体到阻碍社会功能和社会行为。我们概述了嗅觉障碍如何影响 3 种亲密的社会关系：家庭关系、友谊和浪漫关系。证据分为几类，代表嗅觉障碍可能影响亲密社会关系的潜在机制：联系中断、社会支持减少、错过集体用餐体验、卫生问题和改变的性行为。最后，我们讨论了新出现的未来研究问题。