emotional incontinence

American  

[ih-moh-shuh-nl in-kon-tn-uhns] / ɪˈmoʊ ʃə nl ɪnˈkɒn tn əns /

noun

1. a condition characterized by uncontrolled outbursts of laughing and crying, often associated with brain damage. EI

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Etymology

Origin of emotional incontinence

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

His emotional incontinence was sold as evidence he’s a “fighter.”

From Salon

No, she's the one who posted this video online, proud of her emotional incontinence.

From Salon

But emotional incontinence doesn't cure anything except warmth, trust and peace of mind.

From Washington Post

The coronavirus crisis does and it's brought home the fact that his narcissism and emotional incontinence makes everything worse.

From Salon

Presumably, he suffers from the neurological condition pseudobulbar affect – also known as “emotional incontinence” – perhaps caused by his childhood head trauma.

From The Guardian