The article explores the concept of 'broken-heart syndrome,' a condition where intense emotions like heartbreak can cause physical damage to the heart, mimicking a heart attack. It examines scientific research on the topic, symptoms, and possible treatments.

‘Broken-heart syndrome’ is a real and dangerous medical condition

When Heartbreak Causes Heart Attacks

Today a massive amount of epidemiological data associates heart disease with chronic emotional disorder — or disruption of the metaphorical heart.

When Heartbreak Causes Heart Attacks – Medium

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