In short, sadness appeared to lead to greater social withdrawal for women and greater visible engagement for men. The researchers interpret this difference in light of social norms.

Cowritten by Zamfira Parincu and Tchiki Davis. Sadness describes emotional pain that can come from experiences such as losing a loved one, social rejection, or failing to reach a goal. Feeling sad ...

Why are humans attracted to art that combines sadness and beauty? A brain scientist says sadness has benefits like helping elicit empathy and purging negative emotion. Sadness is more than just a ...

Are you sad? Do you cry? Do you ever feel upset over the loss of a loved one, or a fight with a close friend? Well, wipe away those tears, and turn off the melancholy odes -- it's time to get happy!