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Journal of Psychiatric Nursing

Volume  8, Issue 3, Sep-Dec 2019, Pages 105-107
 

Review Article

Laughter Therapy

B Rajesh

Assistant Professor, College of Nursing, Teerthanker Mahaveer University, Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh 244001, India.

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DOI: DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.21088/jpn.2277.9035.8319.4

Abstract

Laughter is a normal and natural physiologic response to certain stimuli with widely acknowledged psychological benefits. Laughing is an excellent way to reduce stress in our lives, and can help you to cope with and survive a stressful lifestyle. However, current research is beginning to show that laughter may also have serious positive effects for those who engage in it on a regular basis. This article reviews the current understanding of laughter’s therapy, its benefits, impact on the health.

Keywords: Laughter; Humor; Stress; Gelatology.


Corresponding Author : B. Rajesh