Humor styles research distinguishes adaptive forms of humour that foster social bonds and resilience from maladaptive forms that may undermine mental health. Affiliative humour promotes cohesion and ...

We want work to be fun. And not just for fun’s sake—many people do their best work when they’re relaxed and feeling good. Humor can contribute to this vibe; laughter builds a sense of camaraderie ...

In my last post, I described a study that found a link between unhealthy (or maladaptive) humor styles and depression. The study also showed that this relationship has a likely genetic basis. While ...