Sometimes when people are nervous, they laugh. It might feel strange, but it's a way to help them calm down. Imagine being on stage and suddenly laughing, your brain is trying to make you feel less scared by turning tension into fun.
Examples
- A kid laughing nervously before giving a presentation
- A person chuckling during an awkward first date
- A group of friends laughing together when one of them slips on the floor
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See also
- Why Do We Feel Nervous Before a Big Event?
- Why Do People ‘Giggle’ When They’re Nervous or Happy?
- Why Do We Laugh When We're Nervous?
- Why Do People Get ‘Laughing Fits’ When Nervous?
- What Causes a ‘Belly Laugh’ in People?
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