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Patrick House and Itzhak Fried on the Brain's Mysteries

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The Dynamics of Laughter and Emotion

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between laughter, memory, and humor, pondering the authenticity behind laughter's triggers and the implications of performative humor. Through a case study, it examines how mechanical laughter can intersect with genuine joy, challenging our understanding of free will and emotional responses.

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