Record #:

6995

Author(s):

Westbrook, Kathy Grant

Abstract:

Is there a relationship between humor and health? Research studies have documented the physical effects of laughter, such as lowering blood pressure and reducing pain and stress. The Carolina Health and Humor Association, known as Carolina Ha Ha, was co-founded by Ruth Hamilton in 1986, prescribes a healthy dose of humor to combat pain and stress. Westbrook discusses the program and its implementation in a number of North Carolina hospitals, including the North Carolina Children's Hospital.

Source:

Our State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 72 Issue 8, Jan 2005, p62-64, 66-67, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wit and humor in medicine