Therapeutic use of humor and laughter to promote healing, reduce stress, improve mood, and enhance coping with illness or psychological difficulties.
Example: Hospital programs using clowns, comedy, and laughter exercises to help patients cope with medical procedures and reduce anxiety and depression.
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