The Humour Style Psychologists Think Is Linked To Better Ageing

It turns out that having a sense of purpose and a positive view of ageing can make your later years happier and healthier. 

In fact, identifying with six personality traits – being active, lively, organised, responsible, hardworking and helpful – is linked to a longer life overall.

So perhaps it’s no surprise that one paper published in Cogent Gerontology earlier this year has linked a sense of humour with better ageing, too.

However, not all types of humour seemed linked to the same benefits.

Why can a sense of humour help you to age better? 

The researchers, including psychologists from the University of Aberystwyth, condu...