In the same way that hoots and howls help strengthen bonds in a pack of primates or a pack of wolves, laughter helps people communicate with each other.
What is laughter for
Laughter is involved in the transmission of emotions and communicates them to others through facial expressions and certain sounds. The main purpose of laughter is to send joy, as well as to invite people nearby to share the mood. But laughter can be different, for example, with a hint of gloating or neglect.
What are the benefits of laughter
In addition, laughter stimulates the brain to release more endorphins, neurotransmitters that not only make you happier, but also reduce your feelings of pain. Laughter boosts your immune system, boosts your mood, reduces pain, and protects you from the damaging effects of stress.
Other benefits of laughter are that it lowers blood pressure, promotes good digestion of food, improves breathing, relieves stress, depression, relaxes the shoulders, increases endorphin levels, and, in general, gives us a good feeling.
Thus, laughter can, to a certain extent, reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases, have an analgesic effect, strengthen immunity, and help fight depression.
