Why Do People Yawn When They're Bored or Tired?

Yawns are like a big stretch for your brain. When you're tired or bored, your brain needs more oxygen, and a yawn helps bring it in. Sometimes people see someone else yawn, and that makes them want to yawn too, it's like a brain wave copying trick!

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Examples

  1. A tired student yawns during class.
  2. Your friend sees you yawn and then starts yawning too.
  3. You feel sleepy before bedtime and take a big yawn.

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