Long before modern brain imaging technologies illuminated the neurophysiological mechanisms that make laughter contagious, William James (1842-1910) observed, "We don't laugh because we're happy, ...

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Hyunjung] Everyone has probably experienced laughing along unknowingly when hearing someone else's laughter or seeing someone laugh. But is laughter really contagious?

An adorable video of a baby’s reaction to her mom cooking has been capturing hearts on the internet. The little one is leaving everyone awestruck with her heartwarming giggles that are truly ...

Science reveals why suppressing laughter is nearly impossible, especially in social settings. A study found that while facial ...

Over a century ago, William James—an American physician, philosopher, and educator, who many consider the father of modern psychology—wisely said, “We don’t laugh because we’re happy. We’re happy ...