What break up hurts the most?

According to a new study from Cornell University, published in the Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, the most hurtful breakup comes from being dumped for someone else—scientifically coined as “comparative rejection.” Apparently, out of the many possible reasons to leave a relationship, being traded for …

What’s the best way to break up?

Break-up Do’s and Don’ts

1. Think over what you want and why you want it. Take time to consider your feelings and the reasons for your decision.
2. Think about what you’ll say and how the other person might react.
3. Have good intentions.
4. Be honest — but not brutal.
5. Say it in person.
6. If it helps, confide in someone you trust.

Why does it hurt when you break up with someone?

Why it hurts so much fMRI studies (read: studies using brain scanners that film activity in the brain) show that the same parts of the brain that are activated in physical pain are activated in emotional pain following breakups. Meaning that a really significant break up is processed in the brain in the similar way to a broken leg.

Why are women more prone to Trust Betrayal than men?

The reason that the effect was stronger for females than males could be, as the authors suggest, due to generally higher oxytocin levels in general in women. It’s possible that to reach similar levels of oxytocin to stimulate the trust betrayal reaction, men need higher doses.

What is the root cause of betrayal?

Everyone faces betrayal at some point in life. Perhaps it’s a romantic partner who cheats, or a friend who takes advantage of you. No matter how much the person apologizes, you can’t manage to tap into your inner reservoir of forgiveness. To ease your pain, you seek retribution, if not revenge. The violation of our trust is at the root of betrayal.

Is it better to be the betrayer or the victim?

This fascinating study suggests that if you’re the victim of a betrayal, your brain and personality may interact to make you want to seek revenge. It’s better not to betray someone at all. However, as the study suggests, if you’re the betrayer, the road to restored harmony may present some unexpected hazards.