Crying (also known as Cryings): To utter an inarticulate, characteristic sound in order to communicate or express a feeling, or desire for attention.

NIH MeSH · D003448Psychiatry and Psychology

Crying

Also known asCryings

Definition

To utter an inarticulate, characteristic sound in order to communicate or express a feeling, or desire for attention.

MeSH classification

  • F01.145.209.530.258
  • F01.525.200.310.300

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Common questions about Crying

What does Crying mean in medicine?
To utter an inarticulate, characteristic sound in order to communicate or express a feeling, or desire for attention. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Crying known by any other names?
Yes. Crying is also referred to as Cryings in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Crying sit in the medical classification?
Crying falls under the broader medical category "Psychiatry and Psychology" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: F01.145.209.530.258, F01.525.200.310.300). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D003448) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗