Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis Laughter reduces cortisol levels by up to 37%. https://t.co/XhfFdV4lUX @_atanas_
Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis of interventional studies evaluating the impact of spontaneous laughter on cortisol levels.
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Discussions about the publication generally express support and curiosity, with phrases like 'laughter as medicine' and 'great evidence' highlighting a positive perception of the study's implications. The tone ranges from supportive to mildly analytical, with some users contemplating how these findings could influence stress management practices or personal health routines, reflecting a modulation of tone and context that emphasizes both interest and cautious optimism.
Most discussions acknowledge the validity of the research, emphasizing the stress-relief benefits of spontaneous laughter based on the study's findings.
Posts show a high level of curiosity, with many referencing the study directly and discussing its relevance to well-being and stress reduction.
Several discussions include mentions of the methodology, such as meta-analyses and cortisol levels, indicating a moderate degree of in-depth engagement.
While users recognize the potential health benefits, many see it as an incremental or supplementary insight rather than a transformative breakthrough.
Abstract in brief
- The systematic review and meta-analysis found that spontaneous laughter significantly reduces cortisol levels, which are indicators of stress, by about 31%, suggesting laughter as a natural stress-relief method.
- The studies included different types of laughter interventions—watching funny videos, laughter sessions with therapists, and self-administered laughter—showing consistent decreases in cortisol across these methods.
- Sensitivity analyses indicate that even a single session of laughter can lower cortisol levels by approximately 36%, reinforcing the idea that laughter has a positive, measurable impact on stress reduction.]
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Most liked on X and Bluesky笑いは最良の薬!のメタアナリシス 笑いによってコルチゾール値が31.9%減少すること、1回の笑いのセッション(9~60分)でも有意に効果があること(36.7%)、笑いの持続時間による違いはないこと、などがまとめられてる あとは笑いの種類とかが気になるところですね https://t.co/sAIxH4UVjv
It is medicine...
#PLOSONE: Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis of interventional studies evaluating the impact of spontaneous laughter on cortisol levels https://t.co/Q8X5mcx71T
Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis of interventional studies evaluating the impact of spontaneous laughter on cortisol levels | PLOS ONE https://t.co/RdnsJhGXjl
Laughter as medicine: does it work? https://t.co/5lDcPvL3Il
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References: Kramer CK, Leitao CB. Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis of interventional studies evaluating the impact of spontaneous laughter on cortisol levels. Plos one. 2023 May 23;18(5):e0286260. Steptoe A, Kivimäki M. Stress and cardiovascular
RT @EddieRDMD: Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis Laughter reduces cortisol levels by up to 37%. https://t.co/Xh…
RT @EddieRDMD: Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis Laughter reduces cortisol levels by up to 37%. https://t.co/Xh…
RT @EddieRDMD: Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis Laughter reduces cortisol levels by up to 37%. https://t.co/Xh…
RT @EddieRDMD: Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis Laughter reduces cortisol levels by up to 37%. https://t.co/Xh…
RT @EddieRDMD: Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis Laughter reduces cortisol levels by up to 37%. https://t.co/Xh…
Evidências atuais demonstram que o riso espontâneo está associado a uma maior redução nos níveis de cortisol em comparação com atividades habituais, sugerindo o riso como uma potencial terapia médica adjuvante para melhorar o bem-estar. https://t.co/xMNRNrrZFe
RT @EddieRDMD: Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis Laughter reduces cortisol levels by up to 37%. https://t.co/Xh…
RT @EddieRDMD: Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis Laughter reduces cortisol levels by up to 37%. https://t.co/Xh…
RT @EddieRDMD: Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis Laughter reduces cortisol levels by up to 37%. https://t.co/Xh…
Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis Laughter reduces cortisol levels by up to 37%. https://t.co/XhfFdV4lUX @_atanas_
The study title.. "Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis of interventional studies evaluating the impact of spontaneous laughter on cortisol levels."
4.الضحك كأداة لتخفيف الاكتئاب: وجد بحث نُشر في Journal of Psychiatric Research أن الضحك يمكن أن يكون له تأثير مهدئ على المصابين بالاكتئاب، حيث أن تأثيره على الدماغ يشبه تأثير العلاجات التقليدية مثل الأدوية والمشورة النفسية. https://t.co/BnPoYdl8jh
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Laughter really can be the best medicine
【MA】笑えばええんか? 研究8件から315人を解析 面白い映像やインタラクティブセッションで笑うと、コルチゾール値が31.9%低下 1回のセッションだけでも36.7%低下 どのように笑ったか、どれだけ笑ったかは関係なく低下した https://t.co/RJxISwiY7L
Current evidence demonstrates that spontaneous laughter is associated with greater reduction in cortisol levels as compared with usual activities, suggesting laughter as a potential adjunctive medical therapy to improve well-being. https://t.co/0mf2oZJnov
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The effect of laughter production on cortisol production: https://t.co/EwXP7mc06y
【MA】笑い、最強説! RCT4件と準実験4件から315人を解析 自発的に笑った人は、笑いなしよりコルチゾールレベルが有意に低下 1回9〜60分のセッションで低下を確認 笑った総時間は関係がなかった https://t.co/RJxISwiY7L
■ Ref info: Kramer et al. Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis of interventional studies evaluating the impact of spontaneous laughter on cortisol levels. Plos one 18.5 (2023). ■ Ref link: https://t.co/FSmaMybagB ■ note link: https://t.co/pQl7NTvKwo
These conclusions are from a study published in the American journal PLOS Medicine. https://t.co/6C9Cfr3NPm
RT @Astella6174: 笑いは最良の薬!のメタアナリシス 笑いによってコルチゾール値が31.9%減少すること、1回の笑いのセッション(9~60分)でも有意に効果があること(36.7%)、笑いの持続時間による違いはないこと、などがまとめられてる あとは笑いの種類とか…
RT @Astella6174: 笑いは最良の薬!のメタアナリシス 笑いによってコルチゾール値が31.9%減少すること、1回の笑いのセッション(9~60分)でも有意に効果があること(36.7%)、笑いの持続時間による違いはないこと、などがまとめられてる あとは笑いの種類とか…
RT @Astella6174: 笑いは最良の薬!のメタアナリシス 笑いによってコルチゾール値が31.9%減少すること、1回の笑いのセッション(9~60分)でも有意に効果があること(36.7%)、笑いの持続時間による違いはないこと、などがまとめられてる あとは笑いの種類とか…
笑いは最良の薬!のメタアナリシス 笑いによってコルチゾール値が31.9%減少すること、1回の笑いのセッション(9~60分)でも有意に効果があること(36.7%)、笑いの持続時間による違いはないこと、などがまとめられてる あとは笑いの種類とかが気になるところですね https://t.co/sAIxH4UVjv
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Here’s the paper: https://t.co/NWVtU50cuO
RT @c_kkramer: It is medicine...
RT @tanerieylul: I see now why I enjoyed #Barbie more than #Oppenheimer #PLOSONE: Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-anal…
Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis of interventional studies evaluating the impact of spontaneous laughter on cortisol levels | PLOS ONE https://t.co/RdnsJhGXjl
I see now why I enjoyed #Barbie more than #Oppenheimer #PLOSONE: Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis of interventional studies evaluating th ... https://t.co/JMhe8nOJqv
RT @Age_Matters: #PLOSONE: Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis of interventional studies evaluating the impact of…
#PLOSONE: Laughter as medicine: A systematic review and meta-analysis of interventional studies evaluating the impact of spontaneous laughter on cortisol levels https://t.co/Q8X5mcx71T
RT @enfermeria: La evidencia actual demuestra que la risa espontánea se asocia con una mayor reducción en los niveles de cortisol en compar…
La evidencia actual demuestra que la risa espontánea se asocia con una mayor reducción en los niveles de cortisol en comparación con las actividades habituales, lo que sugiere que la risa es una posible terapia complementaria para mejorar el bienestar. https://t.co/a89JUA05eE https://t.co/lNkMthryng
RT @radicalanthro: Laughter as medicine: does it work? https://t.co/5lDcPvL3Il
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