The cognitive neuroscience of humor /

"In this innovative book, cognitive psychologist Shelia M. Kennison presents a rich overview of research on how the human brain works when processing humor, drawing on the new and sophisticated brain-imaging technologies that have enabled researchers and health professionals to expand their kno...

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Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Author: Kennison, Shelia M. (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: Washington, DC : American Psychological Association, [2020]
Subjects:
Wit and humor > Physiological aspects.
Laughter > Physiological aspects.
Cognitive neuroscience.
Wit and humor.
Wit and Humor as Topic
Laughter > physiology
Cognitive Neuroscience
Humour > Aspect physiologique.
Rire > Aspect physiologique.
Neurosciences cognitives.
Humour.
humor.
Online Access:Texto completo
Table of Contents:
  • Theories and early methodologies
  • Abnormal humor processing due to brain aging, injury, and degeneration
  • Electroencephalography studies of humor comprehension
  • fMRI studies of humor
  • Brain stimulation studies of laughter, mirth, and humor processing
  • The development of humor in typical and atypical individuals
  • Individual differences in humor
  • The effects of humor on the mind and body
  • Evolutionary perspectives on humor
  • Future directions.

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