rhett342
rhett342 t1_iy73eln wrote
Reply to TIL extreme emotional shock can lead to a dangerous condition cause takotsubo cardiomyopathy, also known as "broken heart syndrome". They say 2% of all acute coronary syndrome hospitalizations (where blood flow to the heart is restricted unexpectedly) are caused by this condition. by _foolishly
This actually happened to my sister after her husband died.
rhett342 t1_iybqxxi wrote
Reply to TIL love is as strong as illegal drugs. When you fall in love the same part of your brain is stimulated as when you take mind-altering substances like cocaine. by Canes-Venaticii
I quit drinking the night my wife left. Stopping drinking has been a breeze compared to moving on with my life without my wife.