Can you die of sadness? The case of Marjane Satrapi

The death of cartoonist Marjane Satrapi revives the medical question of dying from grief or extreme sadness.

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Science recognizes broken heart syndrome, a cardiac condition triggered by intense emotional stress.

This pathology highlights complex interactions between mental and physical health.

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