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The experience of laughter: a phenomenological study

R R Parse

    Nursing Science Quarterly
    |January 1, 1993
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study defines laughter in older adults as a joyful immersion in unexpected moments, fostering well-being and new perspectives. This finding aligns with existing research on laughter and health.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Human Experience Studies
    • Health Psychology

    Background:

    • Understanding the specific nature of laughter in older adults is crucial for promoting well-being.
    • Existing literature connects laughter with positive health outcomes, but a precise structural definition for this demographic is lacking.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop a structural definition of laughter specifically for individuals aged 65 and older.
    • To explore how laughter contributes to meaning-making and social connection in later life.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative research methodology was employed to capture the lived experiences of laughter in the target age group.
    • Analysis focused on identifying the core components and emergent structure of the laughter experience.

    Main Results:

    • Laughter in persons over 65 is structurally defined as a "buoyant immersion in the presence of unanticipated glimpsings prompting harmonious integrity which surfaces anew through contemplative visioning."
    • This definition integrates elements of surprise, emotional resonance, and reflective insight.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed definition aligns with current research on laughter and health.
    • It expands upon Parse's human becoming theory, offering new insights into structuring meaning, social interaction, and reframing familiar experiences in older adults.

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