Effect of laughter yoga on salivary cortisol and dehydroepiandrosterone among healthy university students: A randomized controlled trial.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2018.04.005
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To examine whether laughter yoga (LY), i.e., simulated laughter, alters cortisol and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) levels and cortisol/DHEA (C/D) ratios. METHODS In a randomized controlled trial, 120 healthy university students were allocated to experiencing LY,… read more here.
Keywords: cortisol; randomized controlled; laughter yoga; dhea levels ... See more keywords
Effects of laughter yoga on hemodialysis patients' plasma-beta endorphin levels, pain levels and sleep quality: A randomized controlled trial.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2021.101382
Abstract: This study evaluates the effects of "laughter yoga" on the plasma beta-endorphin levels, pain levels and sleep quality of hemodialysis patients. It is a randomized controlled trial. The study was carried out between July and… read more here.
Keywords: laughter yoga; sleep quality; endorphin levels; beta endorphin ... See more keywords
Laughter Yoga as a Social Work Intervention
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DOI: 10.1080/00377317.2020.1819938
Abstract: ABSTRACT Using simulated laughter, clients follow laughing patterns without using memory recalls or associating with any thinking or feeling. This practice update describes laughter yoga as a social work intervention. It demonstrates the functions, principles,… read more here.
Keywords: laughter yoga; yoga social; social work; work intervention ... See more keywords
The influence of laughter yoga on pregnancy symptoms, mental well-being, and prenatal attachment: A randomized controlled study
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DOI: 10.1080/07399332.2022.2164284
Abstract: Abstract The researchers’ aim was to evaluate the impact of laughter yoga on pregnancy symptoms, mental well-being, and prenatal attachment. They carried out this study on 85 pregnant women randomized in a maternity hospital in… read more here.
Keywords: prenatal attachment; pregnancy symptoms; laughter yoga; well prenatal ... See more keywords
Laughter yoga reduces the cortisol response to acute stress in healthy individuals
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DOI: 10.1080/10253890.2020.1766018
Abstract: Abstract Stress is one of the foremost contributors to the development of psychiatric diseases. Since the prevalence of stress-related complaints is increasing, we are in need for affordable and effective treatment alternatives. Laughter yoga (LY),… read more here.
Keywords: laughter yoga; acute stress; stress; response ... See more keywords