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A comparison of the cardiovascular effects of simulated and spontaneous laughter.

Published Apr 1, 2018 · Mikaela Law, E. Broadbent, J. Sollers

Complementary therapies in medicine

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Laughter increases heart rate and reduces heart rate variability, with simulated laughter having a more pronounced effect than spontaneous laughter.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

A comparison of the cardiovascular effects of simulated and spontaneous laughter.

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