Is it OK for a guy to cry public?

While we still expect men to cry less than women, in some cases it has now become more acceptable for a man to cry than a woman, at least when it comes to our public officials. Many see tears as proof that a man is sensitive and humble and thus well-rounded.

How often should a man cry?

According to this comprehensive study, the average American woman cries 3.5 times a month, while the average man sheds a tear 1.9 times a month. So for those of you who wonder if you cry too much, if you’re having a good cry one to three times a month, rest assured, you’re totally normal (apparently).

Is it ever OK for a man to cry in public?

“Crying is fine, but crying in public is bad times,” one man told Jezebel, “Sometimes it’s appropriate to cry in public, as a guy, but funerals and excruciating sports losses are the only two that come to mind.” So, if a man tells you he “never” cries, he probably means he never cries… in public.

Do men cry when they feel helpless?

As reported by Psychology Today, a study of undergraduate men in the United States found only 23 percent reported crying when feeling helpless compared to 58 percent of women. This goes to show that crying in public is still considered taboo in the eyes of men.

Do men and women in different countries feel better after crying?

Indeed, in countries that were more gender equal, wealthier, and where people reported crying often and with little feelings of shame, both men and women tended to report feeling better after crying than people in countries with less equality and wealth.

Are men biologically predisposed to cry less?

Not only are men biologically predisposed to cry less, but they may also be met with harsh reactions when they do. As reported by Psychology Today, a study of undergraduate men in the United States found only 23 percent reported crying when feeling helpless compared to 58 percent of women.