A recent study from Penn State suggests that humor is a valuable parenting tool, fostering better relationships and reducing tension. Researchers found that a significant majority of participants believe humor is effective in parenting, with many planning to use it themselves. Those raised with humor reported stronger relationships with their parents and felt they were raised well. A recent study from Penn State suggests that humor is a valuable parenting tool, fostering better relationships and reducing tension. Researchers found that a significant majority of participants believe humor is effective in parenting, with many planning to use it themselves. Those raised with humor reported stronger relationships with their parents and felt they were raised well.