Laughter is the Best Medicine
Many people say that laughter is the best medicine. Hundreds of medical journals recognise the clinical benefits of laughter and play.
Laughter helps by:
- Relaxing the whole body – relieving physical tension and stress
- Boosting the immune system – decreasing stress hormones and increasing immune cells and infection fighting antibodies
- Decreasing pain and triggering the release of endorphins – the body”s natural “feel-good” chemicals
- Improving the function of blood vessels and increasing blood flow
Laughter also helps by:
- Improving mood
- Enhancing resilience
- Easing anxiety
- Enabling children and families to cope with challenging circumstances
Clown Doctors are a world-wide phenomenon.
Here are some links to our international cousins:
Our Scottish cousins at Heart and Minds www.heartsandminds.org.uk
Our Austrian cousins www.rotenaseninternational.com
Our Canadian cousins www.foolsforhealth.ca
Our English cousins (TIN arts) www.clowndoctors.co.uk
