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A Laughing Fit Closed 14 Schools and Lasted a Year
Laughing for a YEAR straight 😭 #history #mystery #wtf #facts #Shorts
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In 1962, a strange epidemic broke out in Tanzania.
But nobody was coughing, and nobody had a fever. They were laughing.
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About this reel
This video explores the bizarre and terrifying laughter epidemic that hit Tanzania in 1962. It begins with three girls at a boarding school who can't stop laughing, quickly spreading to dozens more students before reaching nearby villages and schools. The mood is eerie as it describes how uncontrollable fits of laughter turned into cries for help. The video concludes by explaining the psychological roots behind this phenomenon, emphasizing that some illnesses are not caused by physical pathogens but stem from social pressures. Perfect for those interested in unusual historical events or psychological mysteries.
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