The Science of Break-Ups

# Stuff You Should Know: Breakups

Josh and Chuck dive deep into the science and psychology of breakups, exploring everything from when people are most likely to split (hello, December and March!) to how our brains physically react to heartbreak in ways remarkably similar to addiction withdrawal. They break down the research on attachment styles, the brain regions that light up when you see your ex's photo, and why social media is basically relationship recovery kryptonite. The guys also reveal some surprising findings about how bad breakups actually feel compared to how bad we think they'll feel, plus practical strategies for bouncing back that go way beyond just eating ice cream and distracting yourself.