Memes have been a popular means of expression in the digital age. While they are primarily a source of entertainment, these images that quickly go viral have also been effective tools topromote political agendas, for better or worse.
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You’ve likely killed some valuable time scrolling through some ofour meme articles. These images are instant sources of quick laughs when you need them. During the pandemic, experts saw them as a source of positive emotions.
Another2021 studyshared a similar finding, noting that memes were beneficial for people suffering from anxiety during the pandemic. These images often had a humorous take even on serious issues, adding some much-needed levity during a stressful time.The researchers described memes as a “therapeutic” and “beneficial coping mechanism” because of their relatability.“The use of humor itself may down-regulate negative and up-regulate positive emotions,” an excerpt from the study reads.
Another2021 studyshared a similar finding, noting that memes were beneficial for people suffering from anxiety during the pandemic. These images often had a humorous take even on serious issues, adding some much-needed levity during a stressful time.
The researchers described memes as a “therapeutic” and “beneficial coping mechanism” because of their relatability.
“The use of humor itself may down-regulate negative and up-regulate positive emotions,” an excerpt from the study reads.
Dr. Travers used the famous “distracted boyfriend” as an example of a relatable meme that depicts human relationship dynamics in a way that resonates with many. You’ll see it in themultitude of versionsonline.
In his article, Dr. Travers noted that memes are an effective way to express difficult emotions. He mentioned a2020 studythat revealed how people with depression find humor in memes that draw out their pain points and struggles.“The use of dark humor in memes helps individuals confront and share challenging topics in a less threatening way,” he wrote.
In his article, Dr. Travers noted that memes are an effective way to express difficult emotions. He mentioned a2020 studythat revealed how people with depression find humor in memes that draw out their pain points and struggles.
“The use of dark humor in memes helps individuals confront and share challenging topics in a less threatening way,” he wrote.
Dr. Travers concluded that memes can make a “surprising difference” to your day. However, he also mentioned an important caveat: memes aren’t to be solely relied on for connection and support.He noted that relatability and humor can “provide a momentary escape” to remind us that we “are part of a larger, supportive community.” This makes them a “timeless coping mechanism.”
Dr. Travers concluded that memes can make a “surprising difference” to your day. However, he also mentioned an important caveat: memes aren’t to be solely relied on for connection and support.
He noted that relatability and humor can “provide a momentary escape” to remind us that we “are part of a larger, supportive community.” This makes them a “timeless coping mechanism.”
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