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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crying
Crying - Wikipedia
Crying is the dropping of tears (or welling of tears in the eyes) in response to an emotional state or physical pain. Emotions that can lead to crying include sadness, anger, joy, and fear. Crying can also be caused by relief from a period of stress or anxiety, or as an empathetic response.
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clevelandclinic.org
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Crying: Why We Cry & How It Works - Cleveland Clinic
Crying can involve tears, facial expressions, sounds you make and more. And crying can be a protective reflex, an emotional response or a medical symptom.
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healthline.com
https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-cryi…
Benefits of Crying and Why It's Good and When to Get Help
Crying may support both the body and mind by restoring emotional balance, dulling pain, and helping you self-soothe, among other benefits.
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verywellhealth.com
https://www.verywellhealth.com/benefits-of-crying-…
9 Benefits of Crying for the Mind and Body - Verywell Health
The benefits of crying include reducing stress, improving sleep, and strengthening social bonds by expressing emotions and seeking support. Additionally, crying helps clear irritants from the eyes, aids in processing grief, and temporarily improves vision by keeping the eyes lubricated and clear.
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harvard.edu
https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/is-crying-good…
Is crying good for you? - Harvard Health
As a phenomenon that is unique to humans, crying is a natural response to a range of emotions, from deep sadness and grief to extreme happiness and joy. But is crying good for your health? The answer appears to be yes. Medical benefits of crying have been known as far back as the Classical era.
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medicalnewstoday.com
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/319631
8 benefits of crying: Why do we cry, and when to seek support
Crying is a natural response humans have to a range of emotions. Possible benefits of crying include self-soothing, relieving pain and stress, enhancing mood, and more.
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apa.org
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Why do we cry? - American Psychological Association (APA)
Lauren Bylsma, PhD, talks about why crying evolved, the psychological and social purposes of tears, why some people cry more easily than others, and whether having a good cry can really make you feel better when you’re sad.
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calm.com
https://blog.calm.com/blog/emotional-tears
What are emotional tears? The surprising science of crying
Crying is a response to emotional intensity like joy, awe, anger, nostalgia, shame, or even relief. You could even cry after a big test or while listening to music that moves something deep inside you.
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purdypsychology.com
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Why We Cry: The Science Behind Tears and Emotional Release — Purdy ...
Discover the psychology and biology of crying. Learn why tears are more than just emotions—they're a powerful tool for mental and emotional healing.
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verywellmind.com
https://www.verywellmind.com/ways-crying-can-impro…
6 Ways Crying Can Improve Your Mental Health - Verywell Mind
Key Takeaways Crying can help lower stress by removing cortisol from the body. Emotional crying releases hormones like oxytocin and endorphins that improve mood. Crying can also improve your sleep by making you feel calm and relieved.