Laughter, the physical response to perceived humour, has demonstrated positive effects on physical and psychological well-being. Studies that focus on effects of humour on health and well-being of older adults are scarce. No studies were found that examine what older adults find humourous. The purpose of this descriptive study was to explore the humour stimulus in a population of older adults. One hundred thirty hospital auxiliary personnel aged 50 and older were asked the question What makes you laugh? Content analysis of responses revealed nine themes in two major categories, which were (a ..read more

Valentine’s Day is a special occasion when people express their love and appreciation for one another. As nurses, we often have demanding schedules and limited free time, making it challenging to spend quality time with our loved ones. However, amidst the hustle and bustle of the healthcare setting, we find unique ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day and cherish the moments we have together. For nurses, time is a precious commodity, and finding opportunities to connect with loved ones can be challenging. However, we’ve learned to appreciate the little moments and infuse them with humour and love ..read more

When nurses are asked what job they do, the tone is often subdued and respectful. The other person will then say with some certainty: “I couldn’t do that, because there is so much suffering.” That is partly true. At the same time, however, there are endless funny situations and cheerfulness in everyday care. The author shows how to Use humour when dealing with patients. Patients find humour helpful A study of what patients want from caregivers found that they often find humour helpful. It creates distance to current fear and worry. Patients feel particularly accepted and valued as people when ..read more

When the immune system fails due to continuous stress The immune system cannot work undisturbed when our everyday life is hectic and we are stressed. If the body lacks the energy to activate sufficient defenses, constant stress makes us ill. It is therefore important to avoid this permanent stress as often as possible. Active relaxation phases integrated into everyday life have a positive effect on the immune system. Sleep is also part of relaxation. Now the internal organs work undisturbed and can thus fulfill their tasks. Important proteins are produced and the blood vessels expand. Our thou ..read more

Are humour and the care industry really incompatible? Many may think that with all the misfortunes that a caregiver encounters on a daily basis, humour is out of place and even inappropriate. But with the right use of humour, situations can be viewed from a different perspective, tensions in everyday work can be reduced and friendships can be built. And humour can also be used sensibly and have a supportive effect in professional care. Humour in care – why is it so important? Many scientific works already deal with the targeted use of humour in care. It has a positive impact on patients in man ..read more

Nursing is a serious profession that requires a lot of compassion, empathy, and care. However, even in the most challenging situations, humour can be a powerful tool to help patients feel more relaxed and comfortable. In this article, we will explore how humour can be used in nursing interventions to improve the quality of care and strengthen friendships between patients and nurses. Nursing interventions are actions taken by nurses to help patients achieve their health goals. These interventions can range from simple tasks such as taking vital signs to more complex procedures such as administe ..read more

As nurses, we often encounter difficult situations that can take a toll on our emotional and physical well-being. One of the most challenging aspects of our job is dealing with death and end-of-life care. It can be heart-wrenching to watch someone we have grown to care for pass away, and it can be equally difficult to console the family members who are grieving. But despite the sadness and heavy emotions that come with death, humor can actually play a vital role in the process. Laughter may seem like an inappropriate response to such a solemn event, but it can actually provide a much-needed re ..read more

Humour and laughter are present in most of human interaction. Interactions inhealth care settings are no exception. Palliative care practitioners know from experiencethat humour and laughter are common in palliative care despite the seriousness of the carecontext. Research establishing the significance of humor in care of the dying is limited This is Part 4 – The Research – Part 3 Research Findings Humour and laughter were pervasive and persistent in the palliative care setting. Ranging in intensity from warm subtleties to uproarious hilarity, they varied in expression from gentle remarks, wit ..read more

Some may dismiss the one-liner as an easy gag, but a good one requires real skill. Luckily, there are comedians out there who have mastered the art. “Take my wife… please.” Only four words, but one of the most famous jokes in American comedy. It was written by Henny Youngman who, in the ’30s was considered the King of the One-Liners. It’s a dated joke, of course, but one-liners such as this remain with us. They’re often the first jokes we both tell and ‘get’ — that’s why they appear on bubble gum wrappers and in Christmas crackers. On the surface, one-liners seem simple — almost too simple — y ..read more

Humour and laughter are present in most of human interaction. Interactions inhealth care settings are no exception. Palliative care practitioners know from experiencethat humour and laughter are common in palliative care despite the seriousness of the carecontext. Research establishing the significance of humor in care of the dying is limited This is Part 3 – The Research – Part 2 Research Findings Humour and laughter were pervasive and persistent in the palliative care setting. Ranging in intensity from warm subtleties to uproarious hilarity, they varied in expression from gentle remarks, wit ..read more