Tom Green's MTV special used humor to address testicular cancer, inspiring others to do the same. Humor can reduce discomfort and increase awareness of testicular cancer, but its effectiveness varies.

Humor has never found a place in science communication. Scientists have often shied away from using a light-hearted approach ...

Politicians learned this lesson a long time ago: a well-placed joke is a valuable tool for capturing public attention and building trust. Scientists, however, are much more reluctant to use humor when ...

In general, leaders who use humor in the workplace are more effective than non-humorous leaders. Research clearly shows that humorous leaders can create warm and comfortable work environments and ...

In today’s high-pressure business environment, leadership demands more than operational excellence or strategic foresight. It requires emotional intelligence, authenticity and the ability to build ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. A new study published in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin explored ...