Download or read book The Cognitive Neuroscience of Humor written by Shelia M. Kennison and published by American Psychological Association (APA). This book was released on 2020 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.