B2 – Upper Intermediate
Someone breaking your heart can have an enormously detrimental impact on your mental wellbeing. Heartbreak can cause a variety of responses and physical sensations, whether it’s brought on by the conclusion of an intimate connection or a major loss. Heartbreak itself is primarily an emotional experience, but it also has an assortment of neurological consequences.
Gain deeper insights into the impact of heartbreak on the brain through this informative video.
https://edition.cnn.com/videos/health/2023/04/28/brain-heartbreak-rejection-lbb-orig.cnn
Vocabulary Questions:
- What does “into tomorrow” mean in the sentence, “Find the right partner and send your DNA into tomorrow.”? Use this in a sentence.
- What does “time does heal” mean in the sentence, “We’ve been able to prove that time does heal.”? Use this in your own sentence.
- What does “jeopardize” mean in the sentence, “This jeopardized your ability to send you DNA on into tomorrow.”? Give 2 synonyms for this word and use it in a sentence.
Discussion Questions:
- What is your stance on this matter?
- Are there specific regions of the brain that are more active or less active when someone has their heart broken? Tell me more.
- Can heartbreak lead to changes in cognitive functions, such as attention and memory? Explain.
- Are there differences in brain activity between individuals who experience intense heartbreak versus those who handle it better? Elaborate.
- Can heartbreak have long-term effects on brain health and emotional well-being? Explain.