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McGhee, Paul E. – Journal of Children in Contemporary Society, 1988
Discusses the role of humor in children's social development in the following areas: (1) social interaction; (2) friendship development and popularity; (3) hostility expression; and (4) interpersonal relationships. Argues that early humor development helps to optimize social development. (FMW)
Descriptors: Children, Friendship, Humor, Interpersonal Communication
