The Real & Practical Benefits of Laughter: The New Science of Humor - How You Can Use Laughter to Relieve Stress, Improve Sleep, Strengthen Memory, an
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Publisher Price: $14.99
ISBN13: 9781991397089
Publisher: Pacific Trust Holdings Nz Ltd.
Published: Dec 31 2025
Pages: 160
Weight: 0.49
Height: 0.34 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Laughter is more than a momentary mood booster-it is a powerful, evidence-based tool for improving mental, emotional, and physical health.
The Real & Practical Benefits of Laughter explores the growing body of scientific research showing how laughter can reduce stress, improve sleep quality, strengthen memory, support emotional resilience, and contribute to a longer, healthier life. Drawing from psychology, neuroscience, and health research, this book explains why laughter works-and, more importantly, how to use it intentionally in everyday life.
Rather than treating humor as entertainment alone, this practical guide reframes laughter as a skill that can be cultivated to support stress management, mental clarity, and overall well-being. Readers will learn how laughter influences the nervous system, lowers stress responses, and enhances positive psychological states linked to improved health outcomes.
Written in an accessible, engaging style, this book bridges self-help, positive psychology, and healthy living, offering readers realistic strategies they can apply at home, at work, and in social settings. Ideal for individuals seeking natural stress-relief tools, as well as libraries and wellness collections focused on mental health, resilience, and quality of life, The Real & Practical Benefits of Laughter presents laughter as a practical, science-backed resource for living better-one smile at a time.
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