Sleep, diet and exercise are important for good health — but what about the benefits of a really good laugh? It turns out it’s contagious (in a good way).

Sleep, diet and exercise are important for good health — but what about the benefits of a really good laugh? It turns out it’s contagious (in a good way).

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Comedians and mental health clinicians develop improv workshops to help students with mental health and personal growth.

There are psychological benefits to watching our favourite shows over and over again, like fulfilling emotional needs, giving us a sense of contentment.

Scientists have found yoga laughter, which started in India in 1995, can help to reduce stress.

Scientists have found yoga laughter, which started in India in 1995, can help to reduce stress.

Research from UCL suggests visiting art galleries or museums, singing and painting can help improve health outcomes

Laughing daily can help with immune function, heart health, pain relief and mental health. The benefits of laughter are especially helpful for older adults.

Laughing daily can help with immune function, heart health, pain relief and mental health. The benefits of laughter are especially helpful for older adults.

Laughing is not only enjoyable, it can also be heart-friendly. So is laughter the best medicine after all? Find out how joy affects health and wellbeing.

Laughing is not only enjoyable, it can also be heart-friendly. So is laughter the best medicine after all? Find out how joy affects health and wellbeing.

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