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RosieG

Why do we laugh at things that aren't funny? "Nervous" laughter? What is that all about and where does it come from?

Posted - March 2, 2017
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  • 6124
    Discomfort in a situation. 
      March 2, 2017 5:03 AM MST
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  • 113301
    Don't you think it's an odd response though? I've done it and never quite understand why. Thank you for your reply Harry and Happy Thursday! :)
      March 2, 2017 5:05 AM MST
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  • 6124
    It is and it isn't.  It happens a lot more than we realize.  Usually it occurs when someone is in a situation that has a high degree of emotional distress to it.  It's a defense mechanism against anxiety.

    I still remember laughing at a couple of funerals.  Very embarrassing. 
      March 2, 2017 5:16 AM MST
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  • 22891
    like you said its from being nervous
      March 2, 2017 10:29 AM MST
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