PSYCHOLOGICAL FEATURES OF HUMOR AS A METHOD OF REGULATING EMOTIONAL STATES OF A PERSON IN DIFFERENT PSYCHOTHERAPY SCHOOLS

The article provides a theoretical analysis of scientific literature on the problem of emotional states and their regulation. As part of the response levels of states – mental, physiological, behavioral - humor is proposed as a method of gelotology / laughter therapy. The positive impact of humor and laughter on the psychophysiological state of a person, his cognitive and spiritual potential is noted. The structure of the use of humor in the framework of gaming activities is given. The positive psychotherapeutic effect of using gerontology in the regulation of emotional states of the individual in different psychotherapeutic schools is analyzed. The use of humor in psychotherapeutic paradigms and counseling is systematized.