Laughing in the Face of Fear (of Disease Detection): Using Humor to Promote Cancer Self-Examination Behavior

Volume: 31, Issue: 7, Pages: 873 - 883
Published: Jul 1, 2016
Abstract
This research examines the possible benefit of using humor to reduce anxiety associated with performing cancer self-examination behaviors. In Study 1, 187 undergraduates read a humorous public service announcement (PSA) script promoting either breast or testicular self-exams. Results suggest that perception of humor reduced anxiety about self-exams, which, in turn, related to more positive self-exam attitudes. Simultaneously, humor perception...
Paper Details
Title
Laughing in the Face of Fear (of Disease Detection): Using Humor to Promote Cancer Self-Examination Behavior
Published Date
Jul 1, 2016
Volume
31
Issue
7
Pages
873 - 883
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