Many of us have experienced rejection, suffered grief, or been through a nasty break-up. But have you ever wondered what heartbreak actually does to you? Here's the science behind a broken heart.
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Many of us have experienced rejection, suffered grief, or been through a nasty break-up. But have you ever wondered what heartbreak actually does to you? Here's the science behind a broken heart.
Written by Tom Rourke
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