Why do we laugh when we find something funny?
In: Biology
Laughing when something tickles our funny bone is all about the brain’s surprise and pleasure cocktail. It’s a quick, social way to say, “Hey, I get this, it’s safe, and it’s fun.”
Our brains love to predict what’s next, but when a joke flips the script in a harmless way, it triggers a little party in the brain areas responsible for emotion and understanding, rewarding us with a burst of laughter.
So basically, your brain’s way of giving a high-five for catching onto something unexpected and enjoying it.
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