Laughter: The Easiest way to Improve Short-Term Memory

Watch the video and answer the questions below:

What increases when a person is stressed?
a) Neurons
b) Cholesterol
c) Cortisol

When the stress hormone enters the brain, a person’s   and memory are affected.
a) Learning ability
b) Speaking ability
c) Writing ability

What group of people was asked to take part in an experiment about short-term memory loss?
a) Young people
b) Elderly
c) Children

Other than laughter,   can also help reduce stress.
a) Doing fun activities
b) Staying at home
c) Walking alone

Which of the following is the BEST source of laughter for the elders?
a) Exercising at the gym
b) Reading books at the library
c) Spending time with their grandchildren

Let's Talk
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1. Do you laugh a lot? Why/why not?
2. What makes you laugh?
3. Do you agree to the saying "Laughter is the best medicine?" Why/why not?