Tickling and Mental Health Quiz

What is the term used for the hard, poking-in-the-ribs kind of tickling?

• Knismesis

• Gargalesis

• Tickle Spa

• Laughter Therapy

Which neurotransmitters are released during laughter that help improve mood?

• Oxytocin and Noradrenaline

• Serotonin and Dopamine

• Adrenaline and Cortisol

• Melatonin and Endorphins

How does laughter affect stress hormones in the body?

• Decreases cortisol levels

• Has no effect on stress hormones

• Increases adrenaline levels

• Increases blood sugar levels

What part of the brain is associated with processing positive emotions during positive touch?

• Cerebellum

• Amygdala

• Orbitofrontal Cortex

• Hypothalamus

Which neurotransmitter is released during positive touch that can boost mood?

• Cortisol

• Adrenaline

• Oxytocin

• Serotonin

What effect does tickling have on rats according to the 2012 study?

• No effect

• Increases optimism

• Decreases optimism

• Increases fear

How long did the reduced stress hormone levels last in rats after being tickled, according to the 2013 study?

• 72 hours

• 24 hours

• At least 96 hours

• 48 hours

What is the main reason tickling is thought to improve mental health?

• It is a form of exercise

• It is a traditional practice

• It is scientifically proven

• It involves positive touch and laughter

What is the call to action for scientists at the end of the video?

• To create tickle therapy programs

• To open tickle spas

• To study laughter more

• To conduct more research on tickling

What is the potential benefit of tickling mentioned in the conclusion?

• Improves physical strength

• Relieves stress and boosts happiness

• Enhances memory

• Increases intelligence