Why Do People Laugh When They’re Nervous or Embarrassed?

Sometimes, when people feel shy or awkward, they laugh. It's like a funny way to hide their real feelings. Imagine being the only one who forgot their lines in a play, you might start laughing instead of crying! This helps them calm down and feel better.

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Examples

A kid laughs when he spills his juice on the floor at school.
A person giggles while tripping over a chair during a presentation.
Someone bursts into laughter after forgetting what they were going to say.

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Categories: Psychology · laughter,emotions,nervous behavior