APS

2026 APS Annual Convention · 2026

Humor and Hemispheres: Adaptive Humor Styles Predict Lower Worry and Depression

Barcelona, Spain · May 2026

Posters · Emotion & Motivation: What Drives the Self

  • Michael Knepp
    University of Mount Union
  • Christopher Downing
    Valdosta State University
  • Kylie Nolan
    University of Mount Union

Abstract

The aim of this study was to examine the intersection between humor styles, negative affectivity, and hemispheric performance. Adaptive humor styles were associated with lower worry and depression scores, while self-defeating humor was related to higher negative affectivity. Right hemisphere task scores only predicted more aggressive humor style scores.

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