Laughter and Health(rimainadelaide)
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LAUGHTER & HEALTH
By: Rima Purwari504775
Teachers: Val and Sime
Warmer :
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HFHjwuXxB
• What makes us laugh?
Outline
1)Introduction : Definition of laughter2)Body : The benefits of laughter include
physical ,mental and social health benefits3)Solution 4)Conclusion5)References6)Discussion
Definition of Laughter
Laughter is the biological reaction of humans to moments or occcasions of humor.
The benefits of laughter
Physical health benefits
Mental health benefits
Social benefits
Physical Health Benefits
Boosts immunity
Lower stress hormones
Decreases pain
Increase muscle flexion
Prevents heart disease
Did you know?Laugh can boost the immune system by
raising level of infection-fighting
Laughter may lower blood pressure and reduce stress hormones
Laughter relaxes the whole body
• Laughing relieves physical tension and stress
Laughter protects the heart • Improves the fuction
of blood vessels• Avoids cardiovascular
problems
Laughter is a powerful emotional medicine that can lower strees and improves mood .
Laughter helps keep a positive , optimistic outlook through difficult situations and disappoinments .
Adds joy and zest to life
Research presented by the American College of Cardiology, for instance, found that the positive effects of laughing last for about 45 minutes and increases blood flow by 20% and stress decreased by 35%
Social Benefits
Strengthens Relationships
Enhances Teamwork
Helps Defuse Conflict
SolutionCreating Opportunities to Laugh Smile Watch a funny movie Read the funny pagesShare a good joke with friendsRemind your self to have fun
Conclusion
In conclusion ,laughter accelerates healing and many small health problems disappear so that
choosing to laugh is the best medicine.
Laughter releases endorphin and promotes physical health, mental health and also social
benefits in our lives .
References:
• Goodheart, Annette , 1994,Laughter Theraphy,Less Stress Press,Santa Barbara CA .
• Robert R , Provine , 2000 , Laughter: a scientific investigation , Faber and Faber , London
• http://weighingsuccess.blogspot.com.au/2012/04/health-benefits-of-laughter.html
• www.healthguidance.org/entry/...Positive-Effects-of-Laughter.html
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