Comedy trialled as treatment option to reduce NHS costs
Comedy is being trialled as a potential treatment for mental health issues in a groundbreaking new scheme. The initiative, ...
NHS mental health patients prescribed comedy shows
A tech company will run the trial which will include tickets to stand-up shows and improv workshops in a bid to reduce costs ...
'Comedy on prescription' trials under way to see if stand-up can be an anti-depressants alternative
The project has the support of Labour MP Dr Simon Opher, who has previously warned of "the pandemic of over-prescription".
Is laughter the best medicine? Comedy shows could be prescribed for people on antidepressants to curb NHS costs
Trials are taking place to provide 'comedy-on-prescription' in a bid to improve people's mental health, reduce NHS costs and offer alternatives to antidepressants.
People on antidepressants could be given 'comedy on prescription' instead
A tech company has just received funding for a scheme which sends people to stand-up shows or comedy workshops as an ...
‘Comedy-on-prescription’ trials under way in bid to improve mental health
Trials are taking place to see if “comedy-on-prescription” can help improve people’s mental health, reduce NHS costs and offer alternatives to antidepressants.
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Why laughter can help you stay healthy and reduce stress
• Relieves a stress response. Laughter makes us feel good and relaxed as it decreases heart rate and blood pressure. • Soothes tension. It can stimulate circulation and help muscles to relax. Both can ...