Imagine telling a joke to your friend, and they laugh so hard they almost fall over. Why does that happen? When we hear something funny, our brain feels surprised or happy, and that makes us want to laugh! Laughter is like the body’s way of saying, 'That was fun!' It helps us feel good and even connects us with others.
Examples
- Your friend says, 'I told my dog I was going to the vet, he said, 'Why?'' and you laugh because it’s silly.
- Your brother tells a funny story, and your whole family is laughing so hard they’re crying.
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See also
- Why Do People Feel ‘Anxious’ in Crowded Places?
- Why Do People Often Believe in Conspiracy Theories?
- Why Do We Yawn When We're Tired?
- Why Do Some People Hear Music in Their Heads?
- Why Do People Get Stressed Out by the Same Things Over and Over?
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