What Is the Psychology of Laughter?

Laughter is when your brain feels happy, and it makes you giggle or cackle. It’s like when you see a funny joke on TV, your brain says, 'This is silly!' and your body reacts by laughing. Laughter can also help people feel closer to each other because they are sharing something fun together.

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When your friend tells a joke that makes you giggle
You laugh at a funny YouTube video
Your family laughs together during dinner

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