Why do we feel pressure on our chest when we are overwhelmed with sadness or happiness?

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I don’t really know how it’s called, but there are moments that when I feel so overwhelmed with sadness, happiness or emotions overall that I get this pressure feeling on my chest. Does it have a name? Why does it happen?

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Stress can do that. “When you’re anxious, your brain sends a surge of adrenaline and cortisol through your body. These hormones immediately trigger a rapid rise in your heart rate and blood pressure. As a result, many people experience chest pain and sweating, or have a hard time breathing.” https://www.woodlandsheartinstitute.com/blog/anxiety-and-chest-pain-are-they-linked#:~:text=When%20you’re%20anxious%2C%20your,have%20a%20hard%20time%20breathing.

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