Existential Humour as a Bridge to Relatedness
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.65828/46hs3s11Keywords:
Humour, laughter, smiling, existential therapy, psychology of humourAbstract
This presentation will explore the theoretical foundations of humour, laughter and what constitutes a joke. It will touch on the effects that laughter has in our brain. In the therapy room humour, when used appropriately, can serve as a powerful tool in navigating existential dilemmas and fostering therapeutic growth.
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