Tickling the Brain: The Pathophysiology of Pathological Laughter

Needs Statement

Learners require targeted education that increases their knowledge of current evidence-based guidelines and enhances their competence in applying new diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to neurological diseases. Subspecialist-led sessions on neurological testing and disease management can help participants understand the latest advances in migraine pharmacology, acute and preventive stroke strategies, and the integration of comorbidity management into neurological care. The educational activities of this series will focus on translating guideline recommendations into clinical decision-making, improving the ability to assess and manage patients using up-to-date techniques, and fostering the implementation of a wide spectrum of therapeutic interventions based on the latest evidence.

Target Audience

Physicians, medical students, fellows, residents, and other health professionals.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of the activity, the participants should be able to:

  • Examine the underlying purpose of laughter and its developmental and evolutionary origins.
  • Evaluate the key neuroanatomical circuits involved in the generation of volitional and emotional laughter.
  • Appraise lesions that lead to pathological laughter and crying.

Course summary

Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 1.00 Participation
Course opens: 
04/01/2026
Course expires: 
04/30/2028
Cost:
$1.00
Rating: 
0

Baylor College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Baylor College of Medicine designates this enduring material activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Available Credit

  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 1.00 Participation

Price

Cost:
$1.00
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