Articles with "laughter therapy" as a keyword



Homeostatic effect of laughter on diabetic cardiovascular complications: The myth turned to fact.

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Published in 2018 at "Diabetes research and clinical practice"

DOI: 10.1016/j.diabres.2017.11.014

Abstract: AIMS Laughter has been used for centuries to alleviate pain in morbid conditions. It was not until 1976 that scientists thought about laughter as a form of therapy that can modulate hormonal and immunological parameters… read more here.

Keywords: diabetic complications; cardiovascular complications; laughter therapy; diabetic cardiovascular ... See more keywords

The Effects of Laughter Therapy on Perceived Stress and Quality of Life in Women With Breast Cancer Receiving Chemotherapy: A Parallel-Group Randomized Controlled Pilot Trial.

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Published in 2024 at "Cancer nursing"

DOI: 10.1097/ncc.0000000000001403

Abstract: BACKGROUND Women with breast cancer experience various symptoms secondary to chemotherapy that reduce their quality of life and increase their stress levels. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the effects of laughter therapy on perceived stress levels and… read more here.

Keywords: perceived stress; cancer; laughter therapy; group ... See more keywords