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  2. Crying - Wikipedia

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    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.

  3. Ever Wonder Why You Cry For Different Reasons ... - AOL

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    Emotional tears well up when the limbic system—the part of your brain associated with emotional arousal, says Dr. Andreoli—is activated by a strong emotion or intense situation, be it a sad ...

  4. Tears - Wikipedia

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    Human tears. Tears are a clear liquid secreted by the lacrimal glands (tear gland) found in the eyes of all land mammals. [1] Tears are made up of water, electrolytes, proteins, lipids, and mucins that form layers on the surface of eyes. [2] The different types of tears—basal, reflex, and emotional—vary significantly in composition. [2]

  5. Why do we cry? Experts explain the purpose of tears. - AOL

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    There are actually different types of tears. So what are they and why exactly do we cry? Experts explain.

  6. Do you struggle to cry? Here's what that says about your health

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    Emotional crying includes not only the shedding of tears but also the physical phenomena of sobbing or weeping, he adds, which is unique to humans. Is crying good for you? Crying is a normal and ...

  7. Psychological pain - Wikipedia

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    Psychological pain, mental pain, or emotional pain is an unpleasant feeling (a suffering) of a psychological, non-physical origin. A pioneer in the field of suicidology , Edwin S. Shneidman , described it as "how much you hurt as a human being.

  8. Pseudobulbar affect - Wikipedia

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    Pseudobulbar affect (PBA), or emotional incontinence, is a type of neurological disorder characterized by uncontrollable episodes of crying or laughing.PBA occurs secondary to a neurologic disorder or brain injury.

  9. Crocodile tears - Wikipedia

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    Crocodile tears, or superficial sympathy, is a colloquial term used to describe a false, insincere display of emotion, such as a hypocrite crying fake tears of grief. The phrase derives from an ancient belief that crocodiles shed tears while consuming their prey and, as such, is present in many modern languages, especially in Europe, where it ...