Red patches that appear on the neck and chest under stress or strong emotion.
During a tense confrontation faint red blotches spread across the side of the neck. The skin reacts before the person can compose a reply, giving the strain away in plain colour.
Blotching is a hard to fake sign of emotional arousal, often stress, anxiety or strong feeling. Its appearance usually lines up with the most charged moment of an exchange.
Some skin reacts this way to heat or allergy, so consider physical triggers too. For certain people the neck reddens easily, so weigh it against their usual tendency.
A reddening of the face caused by a rush of blood, usually beyond conscious control.
ExploreA widening of the pupils that can accompany interest, attraction or heightened arousal.
ExploreDrawing the lip between the teeth, a self soothing act linked to worry or restraint.
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