Even though numerous animal species shed tears, emotional crying is a uniquely human activity. Regardless of the reason behind it, many people believe that expressing one’s emotions in this way can be ...

Emotional tears aren't just for sadness; they're a natural stress reliever. Crying releases cortisol, boosts mood with oxytocin and endorphins, and eases both emotional and physical pain. It signals a ...

Tears come for many reasons: a joyful reunion, a surprising win, a frustrating loss and a forever loss, too. And sometimes, tears come for reasons we can hardly explain. Dr. Katie Thorsness, a ...

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The film adaptation of Michelle Zauner‘s best-selling memoir Crying in H Mart, first announced as in development in 2023, is currently on hold. Zauner, who was tapped to adapt her tale into a ...

There was a time when crying in front of others might have induced shame and embarrassment. But for younger generations who can scarcely remember a time without social media, it’s now common to post ...

Why do we weep? There are actually some good reasons for it — and an explanation for why a little blubbering can make us feel better. On "CBS Mornings Plus" Wednesday, Dr. Gail Saltz, an associate ...

Dr. Willough Jenkins, a Canadian and American board-certified psychiatrist specializing in child psychiatry, is revealing the most common parenting mistake she sees — telling your kids to stop crying.

Consultant Rachel Weaven has worked in the HR industry for 20 years. She said crying at work isn't always a bad thing but it depends on your office culture. Who you are with, why you're crying, and ...

I am not a big crier. I shed tears, if I had to guess, every few months or so. But my best friend? She cries at everything: Movies, love songs, memories, how adorable our dogs are—and, of course, ...

Hot take: if there's anything that feels as good as feeling good, it's crying in the shower. Not to be confused with the tears that crop up on your birthday or while sitting in the car, crying in the ...