What Is Broken Heart Syndrome?

Each Valentine's Day, you may hear about "broken heart syndrome," a condition in which people experience severe, acute cardiac symptoms following an episode of extreme emotional stress. But is it really caused by a failed relationship?

Broken Heart Syndrome Each Valentine's Day, you may hear about "broken heart syndrome," a condition in which people experience severe, acute cardiac symptoms following an episode of extreme emotional stress. But is it really caused by a failed relationship? READ NOW  READ THESE NEXT Can Strong Emotions Cause Heart Disease? MORE When Does Stress Cause Heart Disease? MORE Erectile Dysfunction Can Be a Sign of Heart Disease MORE You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Healthy Heart newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2018 Verywell.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy