Laughter, the physical response to perceived humor, Those with dementia can still perceive humor. Laughter has demonstrated positive effects on physical and psychological well-being.Dementia folks have improved well being from laughter. Thus if someone with dementia thinks something is funny, he will laugh. What helps is to have a group leader or care giver start laughing about something and invite the dementia person(s) to join in. Often you will find that laughter is contageous. Studies that focus on effects of humor on health and well-being of older adults are scarce.
Laughter therapy is in for those with dementia
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Are Humor and Word-Play Lost Skillls for Those with Alzheimer's?
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Have you heard of laughter clubs ?
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Sunday, June 15, 2008
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