Research suggests that crying is not a sign of weakness, but one of the most sophisticated social technologies in the natural world.

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Prosocial behaviors are voluntary actions intended to help others. Children display prosocial behavior when they share toys, comfort someone who is sad, or work together to complete a task. Share on ...