This week, it’s ecstasy and agony. We’re exploring the gamut of human emotion and digging into some hilarious and sad facts about crying and laughter.
Research Links
Crying
Cleveland Clinic — Why We Cry and What Tears Are Made Of
Mental Floss — 7 Teary Facts About the Science of Crying
The Cut — Why Do We Cry to Express Feeling Overwhelmed?
Laughing
NPR — Dozens Of Animals Laugh Too, Study Shows
Science Daily — Fake Laughter Doesn't Fool the Brain, Research Reveals
The Conversation — The Evolutionary Origins of Laughter Are Rooted More in Survival Than Enjoyment
