The Contribution of Humor to Children's Social Development.

McGhee, Paul E.

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ERIC Number: EJ391574

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Publication Date: 1988

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The Contribution of Humor to Children's Social Development.

McGhee, Paul E.

Journal of Children in Contemporary Society, v20 n1-2 p119-34 1988

Discusses the role of humor in children's social development in the following areas: (1) social interaction; (2) friendship development and popularity; (3) hostility expression; and (4) interpersonal relationships. Argues that early humor development helps to optimize social development. (FMW)

Descriptors: Children, Friendship, Humor, Interpersonal Communication, Interpersonal Competence, Literature Reviews, Personality Traits, Popularity, Social Adjustment, Social Development

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Language: English

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