Research around crying indicates that when we cry the body releases endorphins and oxytocin. These chemical messengers assist in relieving emotional distress and physical pain. Therefore crying is self-soothing. We cry for a number of practical reasons including as a call for help, formation of bonds, processing emotions, sympathizing or to get needs met. Crying is a reaction to a wide range of emotions and can have negative and positive impacts, depending on the reason for crying and emotional state in the moment. One can present as emotionally vulnerable or alternatively indicate strength and resilience when having a 'sob'. Mental illnesses elicit crying responses. Individuals with bipolar disorder can cry uncontrollably during extreme mood changes, those with depression may cry without explanation and those with significant episodes of anxiety cry often and without control.
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Research around crying indicates that when we cry the body releases endorphins and oxytocin. These chemical messengers assist in relieving emotional distress and physical pain. Therefore crying is self-soothing. We cry for a number of practical reasons including as a call for help, formation of bonds, processing emotions, sympathizing or to get needs met. Crying is a reaction to a wide range of emotions and can have negative and positive impacts, depending on the reason for crying and emotional state in the moment. One can present as emotionally vulnerable or alternatively indicate strength and resilience when having a 'sob'. Mental illnesses elicit crying responses. Individuals with bipolar disorder can cry uncontrollably during extreme mood changes, those with depression may cry without explanation and those with significant episodes of anxiety cry often and without control.
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