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A Broken Heart Really Does Hurt, Scientists Claim

Posted by samzenpus on from the bruised-on-the-inside dept.

Death Metal writes "Psychologists at the University of California, Los Angeles say the human body has a gene that connects physical pain sensitivity with social pain sensitivity. The findings back the common theory that rejection 'hurts' by showing that a gene regulating the body's most potent painkillers — mu-opioids — is involved in socially painful experiences too."

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  1. Re:isn't this obvious? by Jurily · · Score: 0, Flamebait

    This study might explain why some women can treat men like toss-away toys, and not care.

    They can't treat men like that, only whiny little pussies.

    If she's not attracted to you, there's nothing you can do about it. If she is, there's nothing she can do about it.