Association For Applied And Therapeutic Humor

03/19/2026

Sometimes the hardest moments are the ones that need humor the most.
💬 When has humor helped you through something difficult?

At AATH 2026, we’re exploring ‘On the Edge: Humor in the Hard Places’—and how humor supports resilience, healing, and connection.
Join us in San Diego, May 14–17.
🔗 www.aath.org/humor-conference

03/07/2026

It’s time to Spring Forward!

Yes… we lose an hour of sleep tonight.
But the good news? Humor still works on one hour less.

Laughter can help reduce stress, boost mood, and make even a sleepy Monday feel a little lighter.

So set your clocks ahead and don’t forget one more thing: bring your sense of humor with you.

03/05/2026

🚨 Last chance: Humor Month survey closes TOMORROW.

Hosting a free online event in April? Want to be a Humor Hero? Got a great humor rec?

Submit here before midnight tomorrow
→ https://form.jotform.com/info_info946_info396/get-involved-in-international-humor

(April is closer than it looks. Do the thing.)

Please click the link to complete this form.

03/04/2026

The 2026 AATH Annual Conference & Humor Academy schedule is here!
Join us for inspiring keynotes, interactive sessions, research showcases, and community connections exploring how humor helps us navigate life’s toughest moments.

Featured speakers include Andrew Tarvin, Dr. Melissa Mork, Dr. Heidi Hanna, Sporty King, Dr. Michael Cundall, and more!

Check out the Schedule at a Glance and start planning your conference experience at www.aath.org/humor-conference

03/04/2026

⏰ Humor Month survey closes Thursday. Have you filled it out?

If you want to:
• Get your event in front of our community for free
• Be featured as a Humor Hero in April
• Recommend something great to watch or read

Now’s the time. The survey takes about 2 minutes
→ https://form.jotform.com/info_info946_info396/get-involved-in-international-humor

Please click the link to complete this form.

02/28/2026

🎉 International Humor Month is coming - and we want YOU involved.

April is International Humor Month, a global celebration of the power of humor in our work, health, and everyday lives. This year, we’re building the most community-driven Humor Month yet.

Here’s how you can be part of it:
• Hosting a free online event in April? Submit it for our community calendar.
• Use humor in a creative or meaningful way? Apply to be a Humor Hero.
• Have a great humor recommendation? Share it with 1,000+ humor enthusiasts.

Take our 3-minute interest survey
→ https://form.jotform.com/info_info946_info396/get-involved-in-international-humor
Closes March 5. Don’t wait.

02/26/2026

Bad news: 2026 is not a leap year.
Good news: You still have time to secure the discounted rate.

Rates increase March 1 — and unlike February in a leap year, this one is not giving you an extra day to decide.

Join us for connection, research, practical tools, and the kind of laughter that reminds you why this work matters.

Don’t wait for February 29. It’s not coming.

Register now and lock in the current rate:
👉 www.aath.org/humor-conference

02/24/2026

We’re excited to celebrate the recipients of our 2026 AATH Conference & Humor Academy scholarships!

These individuals embody the heart of AATH - bringing therapeutic humor, compassion, and whole-person care into the spaces that need it most.

A heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors who make these scholarships possible. Your support helps expand access, amplify voices, and strengthen our community.

Inspired? Join us in San Diego, May 14–17, 2026.

⏰ Registration rates increase again on March 1.
Now’s the time to secure your spot.

👉 Register here: www.aath.org/humor-conference

We can’t wait to gather, learn, and laugh together.

02/17/2026

We are thrilled to announce that Gina Barreca, PhD, will receive the 2026 Doug Fletcher Lifetime Achievement Award at the AATH Annual Conference & Humor Academy, May 14–17, 2026, in San Diego.

A Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor of English at UConn and recipient of the university’s highest teaching honor, Dr. Barreca is the bestselling author of They Used to Call Me Snow White, But I Drifted and nine other books exploring humor, culture, and women’s lives.

The DFLA honors a lifetime of dedication to advancing the understanding and application of humor and laughter - and Gina’s work exemplifies humor used with insight, courage, and care.

Join us in San Diego as we celebrate her extraordinary impact on the field of applied and therapeutic humor!

02/02/2026

A Little Groundhog Day Wisdom

01/05/2026

If you love smart conversations, real laughs, and stories that hit home, this one’s for you.
Subscribe, listen, and let us know your favorite episode!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/laughbox/id1866680702

12/31/2025

FINAL DAY - Rates increase tomorrow (no punchline, just facts).
Discounted registration rates for the 2026 AATH Annual Conference & Humor Academy end today.

Consider this a gift to yourself: learning, laughter, and connection with people who get it.

👉 Register now: www.aath.org/humor-conference

Future you says thanks 😄