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    • You must be joking! Benign violations, power asymmetry, and humor in a broader social context 

      Kant, Leo; Norman, Elisabeth (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019-06-19)
      Violated expectations can indeed be funny, as is acknowledged by incongruity theories of humor. According to the Benign Violation Theory (BVT), something is perceived as humorous when it hits the “sweet spot,” where there ...

    • Young adults at risk of early work disability: who are they? 

      Sveinsdottir, Vigdis; Eriksen, Hege Randi; Baste, Valborg; Hetland, Jørn; Reme, Silje Endresen (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2018-10-16)
      Background: Young adults that are not in education, training or employment represent a problem across European countries. While some are cases of temporary transitions or short-term inactivity, others represent a more ...