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Why We Laugh

Offered By: TED via YouTube

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TED Courses Psychology Courses Neuroscience Courses Laughter Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the fascinating science of laughter in this engaging 17-minute TED talk. Discover surprising facts about laughter, including the social nature of this universal human behavior. Learn how cognitive neuroscientist Sophie Scott uncovers the underlying mechanisms and functions of laughter through a fast-paced and entertaining presentation. Gain insights into the cognitive, social, and physiological aspects of laughter, and understand its importance in human communication and relationships.

Syllabus

Why we laugh | Sophie Scott


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TED

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