A Social Phenomenon
Interestingly, yawning is not just about physiology it’s also a social behavior. Studies show that yawning is contagious, meaning that seeing someone else yawn or even thinking about yawning can make you do it too. This is believed to be linked to empathy and social bonding. When we see others yawn, our brains mirror their behavior, which might be an unconscious way of connecting with them. This social aspect of yawning is seen in many animals, not just humans, suggesting that yawning may play a role in group dynamics and communication. Shutdown123