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The Science of Heartbreak
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04:54 - 18:55 (14:01)

MRI scans have shown that the withdrawal of romantic love activates the same parts of the brain as physical pain, leading to symptoms such as loss of appetite and fatigue, akin to kicking a neurochemical addiction.

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Falling in love releases powerful neurotransmitters and chemicals, making it addictive and similar to illegal drugs like cocaine.
04:54 - 12:58 (08:03)
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Neuroscience
Summary

Falling in love releases powerful neurotransmitters and chemicals, making it addictive and similar to illegal drugs like cocaine. Love withdrawal can cause symptoms resembling clinical depression or withdrawal, as the brain tries to re-establish normalcy and pleasurable feelings associated with the person.

Chapter
The Science of Heartbreak
Episode
79. The psychology of breakups
Podcast
The Psychology of your 20’s
MRI scans have shown that the emotional pain experienced after a breakup activates the same areas in the brain as physical pain, resulting in symptoms such as chest pain, loss of appetite, nausea, and fatigue.
12:57 - 18:55 (05:57)
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Breakups
Summary

MRI scans have shown that the emotional pain experienced after a breakup activates the same areas in the brain as physical pain, resulting in symptoms such as chest pain, loss of appetite, nausea, and fatigue.

Chapter
The Science of Heartbreak
Episode
79. The psychology of breakups
Podcast
The Psychology of your 20’s