Gelotology
Gelotology
Gelotology (pronounced: jee-lot-ology) is the scientific study of laughter and its effects on the body, from a psychological and physiological perspective.
Etymology
The term "Gelotology" is derived from the Greek word "gelos" which means laughter.
Overview
Gelotology is a relatively new field of research that focuses on the physiological processes of laughter, its evocation and the relationship of these to health and mental well-being. It is a multidisciplinary field, involving researchers from disciplines such as psychology, neuroscience, and medicine.
Related Terms
- Humor: A quality that makes something laughable or amusing. Humor is often used in gelotology research to induce laughter and study its effects.
- Laughter therapy: A form of therapy that encourages the use of laughter and humor for healing. It is often studied within the field of gelotology.
- Psychoneuroimmunology: The study of the interaction between psychological processes and the nervous and immune systems of the human body. It is closely related to gelotology as laughter has been found to have beneficial effects on immune function.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Gelotology
- Wikipedia's article - Gelotology
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