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How 'dad jokes' may prepare your kids for a lifetime of embarrassment, according to psychology

They play an important role in how we interact with our kids. But dad jokes may also help prepare them to handle embarrassment later in life.

A father with son dressed up as superhero Dad jokes are a distinct style of humour consisting of puns that are simple, wholesome and cheesy.
How 'dad jokes' may prepare your kids for a lifetime of embarrassment, according to psychology

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