Why Do Some People ‘Laugh’ When Nervous?

Sometimes people laugh when they're nervous because it helps them feel better. Imagine you’re about to give a big speech in front of a lot of people, your heart is racing, and you might start laughing even though you're really scared. It’s like your body is trying to calm itself down by doing something fun.

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Examples

  1. A kid laughs when their teacher calls on them unexpectedly.
  2. A person giggles during a big presentation, even though they're really nervous.
  3. Someone bursts out laughing while being scolded by their boss.

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