Some people make jokes when they are under stress.What does research say about the effects of using humour to deal with stress

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Research suggests that humor can moderate the impact of stress by reducing the negative physiological and psychological effects associated with stress. Specifically, humor has been found to reduce cortisol levels (a stress hormone) and increase positive emotions, leading to less stress and better health outcomes. However, using humor to avoid dealing with stress (option B) or using it inappropriately (e.g. making inappropriate jokes) can actually increase negative emotions (option A). While there is some evidence that humor may have a small positive impact on immune functioning (option C), this is less established than the impact on stress moderation.

Some People Make Jokes When They Are Under Stress