Research has shown that laughter reduces the levels of stress hormones like cortisol and epinephrine, increases the levels of beneficial hormones such as endorphins, can break up negative cycles of thinking, broaden our perspective, and enhance social connectedness. In fact, much of laughter’s benefits might come through (or be significantly enhanced by) the improved social connections …Read More
Laughter is Good For Us, But Best If Shared
Posted by Dr. Mike Brooks
Aug 1, 2010
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Tags: humor, laughter, social, Stress
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