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Table 5 Number of codings for the open format questions regarding feedback of participants in the training (n = 13) and wait list control group (n = 12)

From: Efficacy and feasibility of a humor training for people suffering from depression, anxiety, and adjustment disorder: a randomized controlled trial

 

Training group

Wait list control group

Positive aspects

 Group (interaction/ exchange/ atmosphere)

8

6

 Trainer

2

7

 Content of the training

2

5

 Transfer to daily life

1

2

 Games and exercises

3

2

 Effects of the training

2

2

Negative aspects

 Group (interaction/ exchange/ atmosphere)

4

1

 Time

0

3

 Trainer

2

0

 Dropout of participants

2

0

 Exercises

2

0

 Too much “happyology”

1

0

 Premises

0

1

 Group size

0

1

Missing/ Recommendations for the future

 More time

3

6

 Laughter yoga

0

2

 More thematic depth

0

2

 Better compliance of participants

1

0

 More jokes

1

0

 More practice

1

0

 Integrating humor into nature

1

0

 Better trainer leadership

0

1

 Better premises

0

1

 Booster sessions

0

1