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\nLaughter is universal and unifying; it helps break the ice and is notoriously contagious. If you see a person or group of people laughing, the odds are high that you might also join the laughter train. Laughing along helps us cope with...\nLaughter is universal and unifying; it helps break the ice and is notoriously contagious. If you see a person or group of people laughing, the odds are high that you might also join the laughter train. Laughing along helps us cope with our worries, even if only for a moment. It creates a sense of lightness and reduces the burden of stress. That’s why so many hospitals and military bases invite comedians to make the ambiance lighter and joyful. But the question for science geeks like us is: what exactly happens in our bodies when we giggle or chortle? And what makes our stomach hurt after a period of heavy, prolonged laughter? Watch this video till the end to find out!\n
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3:23
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2022
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circulation, muscles, oxygen, cells, lungs, time
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