Studies show that social rejection activates the same pain pathways in the brain as physical pain. This might help explain the hurtful experience of being ghosted:  when someone terminates a relationship by ending communication abruptly and without explanation. A recurring phenomenon in the internet age, join us as we dig in to understand:

  • What is ghosting and why it differs from silent treatment/stonewalling?
  • Why it hurts so much?
  • What are common reasons people ghost and how can we avoid ghosting others?
  • 4 steps towards healing after being ghosted