Health • June 21, 2026
Dad jokes may be good for your brain in one surprising way, experts say
Originally published on Fox News Health

Dad jokes can lower cortisol by over 36% and boost dopamine, serotonin, and endorphins, offering real stress relief through simple puns and wordplay.
Dad jokes can lower cortisol by over 36% and boost dopamine, serotonin, and endorphins, offering real stress relief through simple puns and wordplay.
Originally published on Fox News Health.
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