June 2009
The monthly, members-only, e-zine keeps AATH members updated on the latest developments in the world of applied and therapeutic humor. Each link will open a new window for anything outside the AATH website. All web links below have been carefully checked and worked at the time of publication. If the link does not take you to the listed article, please contact the owners of that website about finding that article. Disclaimer: Published by Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor. AATH accepts no responsibility for any claims, either expressed or implied, in this publication. The information and opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of AATH, its officers, directors, staff, or members. |
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Chip Lutz,
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AATH and MEMBERS in the NEWS:
Health fair weekend Louisville Courier-Journal - Louisville,KY,USA
If you'd like to find out where you stand in terms of key indicators, ..."The Laugh Doctor," who teaches about the healing power of humor, Tiano said.
http://www.courier-journal.com/article/20090528/FEATURES03/905280303/Health+fair+weekend
Laugh Your Way to Health Natural News.com - Phoenix,AZ,USA
Research into the positive effects of laughter is generating a global interest into humor and well-being. The Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor ...
<http://www.naturalnews.com/026311.html>
Viewpoint: Have you laughed today? Danvers Herald - Beverly,MA,USA
“The Healing Power of Humor,” by Allen Klein. “Laughter Therapy: How to Laugh About Everything in Your Life That Isn't Really Funny,” by Annette Goodheart. .
http://www.wickedlocal.com/danvers/news/lifestyle/columnists/x529237118/Viewpoint-Have-you-laughed-today
Multi-faith Comedy Team to Open RCCongress 2010 in Chicago Worldwide Faith News (press release) - New York,NY,USA
The Spirituality of Laughter.? The rabbi-comedian draws tremendous media... is a unique motivational speaker specializing in the healing power of humor.
http://www.wfn.org/2009/04/msg00168.html
Humor Research:
Humour and laughter vital to children's existence, but boundaries ...
The Canadian Press
Research shows that children respond to humour long before they can fully understand language or develop long-term memory. It also shows that humour is...
Tickled apes yield laughter clue
BBC News - UK
New research has given credence to the idea that laughter evolved in a common ancestor of the great apes and humans. Researchers tickled 22 young apes an...
HUMOR in the NEWS:
Jobless? 5 ways to improve your health
Examiner.com - USA
Laughing and having fun is such an important component to good health. Laughter reduces the level of stress hormones such as cortisol, epinephrine...
The healing power of laughter
Examiner.com - USA
In fact, once we're aware of the benefits laughter can bring to our relationships, as well as our health, we may want to make its deliberate inducement a...
When life bears down and the stress leads to anger, your health is ...
San Diego Union Tribune - San Diego,CA,USA
Use humor to deflect anger. “The healthier you are emotionally, the easier it is to make fun of yourself. Try to laugh off (what's making you angry) as much...
Club laughs for happiness, better health
The Herald-Times (subscription) - Bloomington,IN,USA
The group, called the Bloomington Laughter Club, was founded last month by Zai, a 52-year-old classical guitarist and composer.
Laughter Clubs: Why Cracking Up Is Good for You
WBUR - Boston,MA,USA
Some people question whether Cousins actually laughed himself back to health, but medical professionals today are giving laughter a shot with their...
You can laugh your way to good health
Examiner.com - USA
Laughter seems to soothe and relax the whole body into a state of openness allowing good things to happen. And that is exactly what Laughter Yoga says it...
Laugh your way to a healthy heart
WZZM - Grand Rapids,MI,USA
Dr. Mustapha, a cardiologist with Metro Health in Grand Rapids says this finding supports research that's been done on laughter for the past 30 years...
Laughter Shown to Improve our Health and Wellbeing
Natural News.com - Phoenix,AZ,USA
In fact, we`ve all heard the phrase "Laughter is the best medicine." Now a recent study shows that laughter can transform our physical health...
Parents to kids: What's so darn funny?
WRAL.com - Raleigh,NC,USA
Research shows that children respond to humor long before they can fully understand language or develop long-term memory. It also shows that humor is...
CancerCare of Maine celebrates life with Cancer Survivor Day
Bangor Daily News - Bangor,ME,USA
A positive attitude, humor and striving to live life to its fullest are what she and her husband do to combat the deadly disease, Joan DeSanctis said...
Cork afternoon festival uses laughter to dispel stigma of mental ...
Irish Times - Dublin,Ireland
Mr McCarthy, who ran in the 2007 general election on a mental health ticket, said Mad Pride was a celebration of the normality of madness with emphasis on...
New research confirms that laughter evolved in a common ancestor ...
The Spoof (satire) - UK
Scientists in England today today confirmed that apes and humans both have a common sense of humour, inherited from a common ancestor.
Laugh A Little To Help Protect Heart, Lower Blood Pressure
Medical News Today (press release) - UK
Laughter is not only an effective stress-reliever, but can be heart-healthy, according to research presented at the American College of Sports Medicine's...
Laughter Can Boost Heart Health
U.S. News & World Report - Washington,DC,USA
FRIDAY, May 29 (HealthDay News) -- New research lends weight to the old adage that laughter can be powerful medicine, particularly when it comes to your...
Take Control of the Stress in Your Life
News-Leader.com - Springfield,MO,USA
Laughter is another great stress reliever. Not only does laughter lighten your mood, but like deep breathing it also increases your intake of oxygen.
The World of HUMOR
Why is smiling good for you?
Tampa Tribune - Tampa,FL,USA
Research on laughter has shown that it relaxes arteries and improves blood flow. Additionally, doing good deeds and making others feel good about themselves...
Smiles better: Secretaries are Britain's most cheerful workers
Daily Mail - UK
The survey also revealed an apparent link between laughter in the workplace and good health. Housewives and secretaries take an average of 2.1 and 2.8 days...
Get help adapting in difficult times
News & Observer - Raleigh,NC,USA
Too much of it leads to a self-centered existence that bodes ill for happiness. That's the message from George Vaillant, the noted Harvard University...
Economy has impact on mental health
Aiken Standard (subscription) - Aiken,SC,USA
She relies on laughter in her group sessions as a crucial aspect of mental health in any setting. The Rotary meeting started off with a joke of the day and...
