In a relationship, the mind and body are deeply attached to the loved one.
From love, the brain is bathed in bliss. As a result, the body produces dopamine and oxytocin. But during a breakup, stress hormones are produced, such as cortisol, epinephrine. In small doses, they are even needed in order for a person to react faster and more effectively to a threat. However, after a breakup, unpleasant consequences arise, from surges in blood pressure to broken heart syndrome. Any breakup - both the slow disintegration of a long-term marriage and the sudden collapse of a vibrant romance - will affect emotional and physical health.
1. Large amounts of cortisol send blood to the muscles to be ready to respond to danger. But without a real need for a physical reaction, energy is not wasted. Muscles swell, causing headaches, neck numbness, and chest tightness.
2. By supplying energy to the muscles, cortisol drains blood away from the intestines. The digestive system is impaired, which can lead to loss of appetite, stomach cramps, or diarrhea.
3. Blood pressure may rise temporarily. This is not chronically high blood pressure. But people with poor health are likely to have headaches, nosebleeds, and shortness of breath.
4. When hormones are rampant, the immune system becomes vulnerable. Therefore, common colds easily overwhelm the body.
5. The skin becomes vulnerable. Studies show that one of the causes of acne is stress. Rashes appear even due to a sharp change in climate. When a romantic relationship breaks up, people experience higher levels of stress.
6. Parting prompts for a change of image: a short haircut, a new hair color and other dramatic transformations. Don't rush to cut your hair. Until you return the state of harmony and calmness, they will fall out more than usual.
7. The heart is temporarily enlarged. This condition is called stress-induced cardiomyopathy. It is often said to be "broken heart syndrome". People experience it only once in a lifetime, but such love is extremely rare. Interestingly, over 80 percent of the cases are women.
8. There are problems with sleep. Ability to make sound decisions is lacking.
9. The brain captures the feeling of pain and attraction to the ex. It's not just a figment of the imagination: mental and physical pain activate the same area of the brain. This is the center responsible for attraction, addiction.
After parting, the body must rebuild. The pain is relentless, but sooner or later, the body chemistry returns to normal.
Breaking up a relationship is as much a physical process as an emotional one. Remember this and know that it will get easier.
