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Why Do We Get a Lump in Our Throat When We're Emotionally Overwhelmed?
11:14 - 12:22 (01:08)
When we try to fight back tears, our autonomic nervous system keeps our glottis open, causing difficulty in swallowing and the sensation of a lump in the throat.
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When we try to fight back tears, we often experience a lump in our throat.
11:14 - 12:22 (01:08)
Psychology
Summary
When we try to fight back tears, we often experience a lump in our throat. This is due to the opposing forces that occur when we try to close and keep our glottis open, which can cause difficulty swallowing as well.