Why Do We Blush?

Share This Post

Why Do We Blush?

Did you know blushing is a unique human phenomenon and it has a scientific reason? Blushing is a natural manifestation of different emotions, but in 5-7% of the population it becomes chronic.

Learn more about the function of blushing in this video:

For some people blushing becomes devastating. For example, Brandon Thomas, a 20-year-old University of Washington student, committed suicide by jumping from his 11-story dorm in late May. In his suicidal note he wrote: “I am tired of blushing…It is exhausting to wake up everyday and have to find little ways to avoid blushing situations.”

Struggle: Brandon, pictured with a friend and his twin brother Devin, left, would blush uncontrollably even if he was not aware of it. He would avoid social situations in fear that it would happen

More To Explore

Facts

8 Essential Oils and Their Benefits

8 Essential Oils and Their Benefits Edited By; Stephanie Dawson • Peppermint oil Peppermint oil is one of the basic necessities that a first aid

sleep

How to Lucid Dream

How to Lucid Dream If you’ve heard of lucid dreaming, you may be aware of some of the many benefits it has, from psychological health

all positive experiences

Fruit Christmas Tree

I saw this and had to share! An adorable, edible tree that would make a great centerpiece! Material: 1 styrofoam cone (small or medium size)

weight loss

The 9 Fats You Need to Lose Weight

The 9 Fats You Need to Lose Weight There is a kind of fat that you want to lose in 10 days (like Kate Hudson’s

Quotes For You

The Present

The past has already happened, the future is what’s yet to come, but everyday will always be a gift. That’s why it is called the

Scroll to Top