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A new study adds to evidence suggesting that people's perceptions of others' tears as sincere or manipulative likely depend on a variety of contextual factors. The findings suggest tears may be ...

Tears are usually seen as a sign of sadness or pain, but it’s not uncommon for people to cry during life’s most joyful moments: weddings, births, reunions, sporting triumphs, or even just an ...

Contextual factors may affect if tears are perceived as sincere or manipulative tears, including the gender and perceived warmth of the crier A new study adds to evidence suggesting that people’s ...