Cringe-worthy dad jokes may strengthen bonds, study finds
TL;DR
Science suggests cringe-worthy dad jokes may serve a real purpose by strengthening father-child bonds: an analysis of 32,000 jokes shows that puns, literal humor, and pedantic quips drive bonding and positive emotional responses, underscoring humor's role in parenting and overall well-being.
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