72 - HEARTBREAK - How to heal heartbreak ft. neuroscientist, Emily McDonald

Louise is joined by neuroscientist, Emily McDonald to discuss the neuroscience behind heartbreak and: The 3 ways to speed up the withdrawal stage of the break up  The one supplement that can be miraculous for a break up  The psychology of romanticising the f**k out of a break up Why your brain drives you back even to unhealthy relationships  The ‘Cold Turkey’ breakup vs. The ‘Slow Taper’  The 3 Point List you HAVE to make straight after a break up  A reflection on mistakes + and why your brain kicks yourself once a relationship is over The science behind whether men or women get over breakups quicker And more! 5HTP Recommendation: https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/5-hydroxytryptophan DISCLAIMER: This does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your Doctor before starting any new medications or supplements. Rat Park Study: https://livrepository.liverpool.ac.uk/3028403/1/Rat-Park-acceptedmanuscript.docx FMRI & Physical Pain Study: Social rejection shares somatosensory representations with physical pain' https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3076808/ --- Connect with Louise on Instagram: @iamlouiserumball Connect with Louise on TikTok: @thetherapygirl___ Connect with Emily on TikTok: @emonthebrain Connect with OPENHOUSE: @openhouselife Sign up to join the OPENHOUSE mailing list to receive first access to all workshops, courses and live events: www.thisisopenhouse.com --- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices