How long does this quiz take?

It takes about 2 minutes to complete.

Are my responses private?

Yes, all answers are anonymized and confidential.

Can I take this test more than once?

Yes, you can retake the test any time to see how your results may have changed.

Will this quiz tell me if my humor is healthy?

This quiz focuses on social, relationship-building humor and offers insight into how you use laughter to connect with others.

Can my results help improve my relationships?

Yes. Understanding your humor style can help you communicate more effectively and strengthen emotional bonds.

Your sense of humor may be one of the strongest tools you have for building trust, warmth, and connection.

Affiliative Humor Style Scale

Learn how laughter shapes your relationships.

By Mark Travers, Ph.D. | Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Reviewed by Jourdan Travers, LCSW

Some people use humor to entertain, others to cope—but affiliative humor is about something deeper: connection. This scale explores how often you use lighthearted jokes, playful storytelling, and shared laughter to strengthen bonds with others.

People who score high in affiliative humor often create social ease, defuse tension, and help groups feel more connected. Understanding this style can offer insight into how you relate to friends, family, and romantic partners, especially in emotionally meaningful moments.

If you’re interested in how humor intersects with emotional closeness, you may also want to explore our Relationship Satisfaction Scale or our Authenticity in Relationships Scale.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this quiz take?: It takes about 2 minutes to complete.
Are my responses private?: Yes, all Affiliative Humor Style Scale answers are anonymized and confidential.
Can I take this test more than once?: Yes, you can retake the test any time to see how your Affiliative Humor Style Scale results may have changed.
Will this quiz tell me if my humor is healthy?: This quiz focuses on social, relationship-building humor and offers insight into how you use laughter to connect with others.
Can my results help improve my relationships?: Yes. Understanding your humor style can help you communicate more effectively and strengthen emotional bonds.

Affiliative Humor Style Scale: Take The Test

Step 1: Rate Your Humor Style

For each statement, indicate how much you agree on a scale of 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree). For best results, answer honestly and trust your first instinct.

1. I enjoy creating moments of shared laughter.

2. I frequently use humor to help people feel comfortable around me.

3. Making others laugh is one of my favorite ways to connect socially.

4. I often share amusing personal stories to lighten the mood.

5. Laughter plays a big role in how I bond with close friends.

6. I naturally bring humor into group situations.

7. I use lighthearted humor to ease tension and help groups feel more connected.

Step 2: Enter Your Demographics

Provide your age, gender, region, and first name for a detailed report comparing your results to others.

What is your age?

What is your gender?

What region of the world do you live in?

What is your first name?

Step 3: Submit Your Affiliative Humor Style Scale Answers

After completing all questions, click below to send your responses to Mark Travers, Ph.D. All answers are anonymized and confidential.

References

Martin, R. A., Puhlik-Doris, P., Larsen, G., Gray, J., & Weir, K. (2003). Individual differences in uses of humor and their relation to psychological well-being. Journal of Research in Personality, 37, 48–75.

Disclaimer

This scale is designed for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment.