Offensive humor : the harmful side of humor

Abstract EN

Humor has a significant influence on our life, an influence no one can deny, which can be both positive and negative depending on how people use it.

As it can be a source of relief and delight, it also can be a source of grief and harm.

The study aims to find out people's opinions about offensive humor.

The researcher conducts a questionnaire that has been distributed online to 100 people from Iraq, Jordan, and Syria.

The Quantitative Approach is used in analyzing the collected data.

The study shows various results, some of which are that majority of people believe that humor should have limits in terms of its topics especially (religion, politics, and physical appearances).

Humor can be expressed positively without causing harm to anyone; otherwise, it is considered bullying