cry when we are sad It’s more common than it seems, but it’s not the only reason why we do it, especially if we are exposed to it strong situation in our life. If you’ve ever cried and don’t understand why, we’ll tell you what is the main reason and what it means in each case.
Unlike animals, man we are the only living things that cry in front of different stimuli. For example, if we see a movie with a sad ending or if we bump our arm hard, we are more likely to cry in the same way. This is because it is different kind of tears there it is. Which one?
kind of tears
basal tears
This type of tear is the most common because responsible for lubricating the eye. So, whenever dust or small objects get into our eyes, we usually shed tears to keep them clean or lubricated.
reflex tears
This second type is a reactions to strong substances or odors. This means that if we were chopping onions or were near tear gas, our eyes would definitely start to cry. In addition, reflex tears are also associated with yawning or coughing.
psychic tears
The last, and perhaps the most complicated, type of tear is the psychic type. According to Dr. Nick Knight, from West Middlesex Hospital in the United Kingdom, this type of tear is the most important, because associated with strong emotionsbe it sadness, joy or even physical pain.
Crying once a week is beneficial to health, according to experts. Photo: Medical Writing
It is precisely these psychic tears that generate the most interest in science because of their high emotional level. In contrast to the others, it has more hormones such as prolactin, adrenocorticotropin and leucine enkephalin, reports La Sexta.
Although the exact origin of psychic tears is unknown, it is known that tears work as a painkiller for our body, because when crying for emotional reasons, the body relaxes and releases tension caused by strong situations.
According to BBC Science Unit researcher Adam Rutherford, Psychic tears can be due to a manifestation of our mind or mental state to seek help or indicate that there is danger, because after all, we are social creatures.
What happens to your body when you cry?
According to the specialized health portal, ARRP, after crying, the body releases endorphins and oxytocin, so a feeling of calm and well-being invades your body. Plus, you’ll be able to take the stress out of your interior.
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