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So, you're going through a breakup. You're in the thick of heartache and it can feel never-ending. But, rest assured: this too shall pass. But, how long will it take for your post-breakup blues to ...

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A 2023 study by researchers at the University of Washington examined the recovery period of individuals who experienced a single breakup. The study observed participants over a two-year period and ...

Nursing a broken heart is a harrowing endeavor. Once you can accept what has happened, and prepare to take care of yourself and your emotions, you'll be able to move on and grow past it. Soon you'll ...