"Human beings are social animals who have biological drives that make them want to find relationships," says Dr. Hullett. "When they can't find those unions, they're punished with stress." People in happy relationships experience less stres
s,
which in turn improves their cardiovascular health. Furthermore, Dr.
Hullett says people who aren't in stable, committed relationships have
an increased rate of heart attacks, particularly those who have been
widowed, giving a graver meaning to the term "heartbroken."
