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Does crying help relieve physical pain?


Research has found that in addition to being self-soothing, shedding emotional tears releases oxytocin and endorphins. These chemicals make people feel good and may also ease both physical and emotional pain. In this way, crying can help reduce pain and promote a sense of well-being.

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hajar md said
Another question would be why is it we feel very sleepy after a heavy cry?
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Peter M
hajar md said
Another question would be why is it we feel very sleepy after a heavy cry?
wow! had never noticed. It has been long since i last cried but i think this is a valid question.
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hajar md said
Peter M
wow! had never noticed. It has been long since i last cried but i think this is a valid question.
Maybe it is also a way to ease physical and emotional pain. I mean when you sleep, you forget things for a while. I guess.
Daniel
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