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as well as the ever growing influence of social media sites like instagram and tiktok. in the united states the prevalence of depression amongst the nation s young has risen by 63%. and mental health related emergency department visits have increased by a quarter for those aged 5 to 11, and rose almost a third for teenagers. the statistics are shocking but there is hope as schools and medical professionals try new and exciting ways to alleviate depression amongst the young. 0ne school here in the uk has brought in laughter therapists to help pupils relax and feel more confident. scientists do believe laughter can combat the serious impact of depression and anxiety. so how does it work? let s talk to bianca spears, an empowerment coach who uses the power of laughter. welcome to you. great to see you. tell us what is the scientific link between laughter and alleviating depression? laughter and alleviating depression? laughter and alleviating deression? ~ ., ., depression? well, there
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