Why do we get teary when we're tired or sick?
- Written by Peggy Kern, Associate professor, The University of Melbourne
ShutterstockIt’s been a big week and you feel exhausted, and suddenly you find yourself crying at a nice nappy commercial. Or maybe you are struck with a cold or the coronavirus and the fact your partner used up all the milk just makes you want to weep.
You may indeed feel sad about being sick or tired, but why the tears? Why can’t you...





















