23/06/2026
WE WANT TO HEAR YOU BEST "DAD JOKES" (keep them clean!!) because researchers say dad jokes may do more than make people groan, they could actually help reduce stress and strengthen family bonds.
They found that dad jokes are typically built around simple puns and wordplay, making them easy to understand and share across generations.
Their predictable nature allows people of all ages to join in the humour.
Experts say laughter can reduce levels of stress hormones such as cortisol and epinephrine while boosting mood-enhancing chemicals including dopamine, serotonin and endorphins.
Researchers also highlighted the social benefits of shared laughter.
Family jokes can increase oxytocin levels, strengthen emotional connections and help people regulate stress through positive shared experiences, particularly during childhood development.