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  • Inoculation theory explains how to build resistance to persuasive attacks.
  • Humor has been a historical, though limited, consideration within inoculation theory.
  • Modern applications include gamified interventions against misinformation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the role of humor in inoculation theory.
  • To review existing research on humor and inoculation.
  • To propose future research directions.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of humor's role in attitude resistance.
  • Analysis of historical and contemporary applications of humor in inoculation.
  • Identification of theoretical and practical gaps.

Main Results:

  • Humor can act as an adjuvant, strengthening resistance to persuasion.
  • Gamified inoculation interventions effectively use humor against misinformation.
  • Research on humor's specific mechanisms in inoculation is emerging.

Conclusions:

  • Humor is a viable and potentially potent component of inoculation strategies.
  • Further research is needed to fully understand and leverage humor's effects.
  • Humor can be integrated into both theoretical frameworks and practical applications.