Introduction to Humor: The Science and Theory

Understanding Comedy: The Social and Cognitive Aspects

The Elements of a Joke: Exploration of Structure

Laughter and its Significance: A Biological Perspective

Humor in Society: Cultural and Historical Contexts

Humor Development: From Infants to Adults

The Therapeutic Value of Humor: Psychological Applications

Humor in Adversity: Coping Mechanisms

Case Studies: Influence of Humor in Various Fields

Humor and the Mind: Conclusions and Future Directions

Inside Jokes: Using Humor to Reverse-Engineer the Mind is an insightful exploration that dives into the logic of humor's neurocognitive mechanisms. It offers a scientific approach, dissecting and analyzing the mystery behind why we laugh, the logic behind humor, and its role in our lives and communications.