Citation

Adams ER, McGuire FA. Activ. Adapt. Aging 1986; 8(3): 157-175.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1986, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1300/J016v08n03_17

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

This paper presents a study of the effects of humor on affect and perceived pain in elderly residents of a long-term care facility. Movies were viewed by two groups (humor and non-humor) and differences between groups were noted on measures of perceived pain and affect. Humor is shown to provide significant benefits to aged clients. Qualitative information on program implementation is included.