Not Born Yesterday

The Psychology of Tears


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We often think of crying as something for babies and only for sadness in adults, but tears reflect much more. Today we learn about the emotions and psychological effects of crying, especially for older adults.

Dr. Judith Kay Nelson tells us what our tears mean and how they affect our emotional health. 

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