Life in Laughter
Comedy's Impact on Student Health and Success
By Julia Weinstein
While comedy is often perceived as entertainment, I believe it plays a much deeper role in shaping how students navigate the challenges of higher education and life's stresses. Through researching how different formats such as stand-up, sketch, and theatre performance resonate with students, I aim to show how laughter as a coping strategy impacts their well-being and success.
Comedy on Campus
Documentary style look at the real world implementation of my research.
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Joy Scroll Therapy
Experience joy scrolling, a curated feed of uplifting comedy content designed to boost your mood and well-being through laughter therapy. Scroll through funny videos and feel the stress melt away.
Joy scrolling is a research-backed approach to using humor as a wellness tool. By engaging with positive comedic content, you can experience the mood-boosting benefits of laughter therapy. Your responses contribute to groundbreaking research on laughter as a wellness tool on college campuses.
Fortune Cookies Comedy Skit
A comedy sketch exploring the humor and absurdity of fortune cookies and their cryptic messages.
Life in Laughter Presentation
My research presentation exploring the impact of comedy on student wellness and success. Selected to present at research symposiums, sharing current findings and pitching for funding.
of college students experience depression
Healthy Minds Network, 2025
of students believe comedy positively impacts their well-being
Weinstein Survey, 2025
reduction in cortisol levels after a single laughter session
Kramer & Leitão, 2023
Let's Collaborate
Interested in my research or want to discuss potential collaborations? I'd love to hear from you.