Humor plays a vital role in helping older adults cope with the challenges of aging and staying socially connected, according to new research. The research team at Aberystwyth University drew on ...

Most people think humor and laughter are the same. They are not. Laughter is physical and physiological. Humor can also change how we think, feel, and connect with others—even when no laughter occurs.

Many people associate aging with a decline in cognitive function, health issues, and reduced activity. Uncovering mental processes that can boost the well-being of the older adults could be highly ...

HYDE PARK, N.Y. — The Dutchess County Office for the Aging will host “Spring Into Hapiness: Laughter Edition,” a program highlighting the health benefits of humor for older adults on Wednesday, April ...

Humor can interrupt rigid thinking patterns and help us view a situation from another angle. That becomes particularly valuable as seniors encounter the losses, frustrations, limitations, and ...

HYDE PARK, N.Y. — The Dutchess County Office for the Aging will host “Spring Into Hapiness: Laughter Edition,” a program highlighting the health benefits of humor for older adults on Wednesday, April ...