Laughter Yoga for Sleep
Laughter Yoga as a Nursing Intervention, NOVA Publications , ss.305-315, 2026
- Yayın Türü: Kitapta Bölüm / Araştırma Kitabı
- Basım Tarihi: 2026
- Yayınevi: NOVA Publications
- Sayfa Sayıları: ss.305-315
- Anahtar Kelimeler: laughter yoga, nursing intervention, sleep, sleep quality, stress reduction
- Marmara Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet
Özet
Sleep represents a fundamental aspect of human health, both physical and mental. It is essential for facilitating the restoration and regeneration of the body’s biological functions. However, a number of factors, including the intensity of modern life, increased stress levels, and various environmental factors, have the potential to disrupt individuals’ sleep organization and negatively affect the overall quality of life. Inadequate sleep and poor sleep quality contribute not only to physical health issues but also to mental and emotional disturbances, thereby diminishing individuals’ daily performance and overall well-being. Therefore, the nursing discipline faces an increasing need to develop comprehensive and holistic strategies to improve patients’ sleep health. Nurses are essential in safeguarding and enhancing patients’ health. Consequently, the effective implementation of interventions that support sleep health is of great importance. Nurses are in a position to perform a comprehensive assessment of a patient’s sleep patterns and quality, identifying potential sleep disorders and developing interventions tailored to the patient’s individual needs. This role within the healthcare profession is distinctive and valuable. The advancement of nursing strategies for sleep health is contingent upon the integration of multidisciplinary approaches and evidence-based practices. In recent years, the positive effects of laughter therapy on sleep quality have attracted increasing attention from the scientific community. Laughter therapy has proven to be an effective method for improving sleep patterns by lowering stress levels and boosting mood. This therapeutic method has the potential to result in enhanced sleep quality and a positive impact on general well-being. A review of the literature reveals that laughter therapy has a positive effect on the relaxation and falling asleep processes of individuals. This is accomplished by elevating endorphin levels and inhibiting the release of stress hormones, including cortisol. In this context, the integration of laughter therapy in nursing practices is regarded as a potential intervention to enhance patients’ sleep health. Nurses may employ alternative and complementary approaches, such as laughter therapy, in consideration of the individual needs and lifestyles of patients. Such techniques may be of significant benefit in enhancing sleep quality. Consequently, the integration of innovative approaches, such as laughter therapy, into nursing care can expand the existing body of literature in this field and enrich nursing practice. It is anticipated that the implementation of such practices may facilitate the development of more holistic and patient-centered models of patient care.