Article Excerpt: Humor is a common part of the human experience, yet the psychological study of humor and its therapeutic applications is a relatively recent development. Humor-based interventions have included both passive activities, such as watching comedy videos, and active skill-building approaches designed to help individuals cope with stress and reframe difficult experiences. This work has been influenced by positive psychology and research on personality and humor styles, which suggests that people differ in how they use and respond to humor. Prior studies have found that humor-based interventions can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety among adults. However, little is known about whether humor may play a supportive role in recovery from substance use disorders. The present study explored how adults in methadone treatment for opioid use disorder perceived the role of humor in their daily lives and recovery experiences.
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Article Source: Recovery Bulletin