For many older people, humor can be a lifeline. It's not easy to discuss the challenges of aging—from loneliness and the loss of a loved one to dealing with chronic pain. But laughter can be an ...

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 ...

Three psychologists walk into a bar to compose a witty toast to the power of humor. Or rather I picked up the phone and called each of them about the subject. (I’m just terrible at telling jokes.) But ...

In a breakdown of basic humor types, I have already addressed those focusing on physical vulnerabilities and those emphasizing emotional vulnerabilities. The next category would include those that ...

We all like different jokes. Humor styles vary as much as we do, which is why a hilarious joke to one person may fall completely flat for another. Perhaps that’s why my own favorite joke appeals to me ...

Daniel Howrigan, a doctoral candidate in psychology and a researcher in the CU Institute for Behavioral Genetics Potential friends and mates flock to funny people. Many a grim, solitary soul can vouch ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Cheryl Robinson covers areas of leadership, pivoting and careers. Leadership is often associated with qualities like ...

Authoritative, intelligent, responsible, serious—if you were asked to describe the general figure of a scientist, you would probably use adjectives like these. However, "funny" would likely not be the ...