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Men cry far less often than women, but research suggests social norms—not biology—drive this difference. Men embracing less traditional masculine ideals cry more often and gain greater emotional relief and social support.Learning Outcomes
- Explain how social norms and gender expectations influence crying behaviour, particularly why men tend to cry less frequently than women.
- Analyse the relationship between beliefs about crying and emotional wellbeing, including how viewing crying as beneficial can increase emotional relief and social support.
- Evaluate how perceptions of masculinity affect the social acceptance of male crying in different contexts.
