Recently, the AskReddit community was discussing exactly that - practical jokes that went horribly wrong and almost ended in tragedy. From lighting hairspray to swerving cars, these stories now serve as cautionary tales for anyone who might think of pulling one. MountainGoatAOE , Yura Forrat/pexels Report
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Since harmless practical jokes often result in laughter, it adds even more fun to it. “It’s important, psychologically, to have time for play,” Marsh explains. silent-l , RDNE Stock project/pexels Report
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However, Jonathan Wynn, a sociology professor, notes that if the prankster has more social power or privilege over their “victim,” like a parent pranking a child or a group of students “pranking” a transgender student, then this should cause some concerns. A good prank should be shared, not targeted at one “inferior” person. BeyondXpression , WmJR/flickr Report
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Has the target of the prank stated they want this behavior to stop, or have they shown previous distress with any pranks?Is the target of the prank a vulnerable person, such as a child, an individual with a mental disorder, or a person with disabilities?Could this prank in any way cause harm to a person, either psychologically, physically, or both?

If the answer is yes to any of these questions (or perhaps all of them), it’s best to stop in your tracks and reevaluate your joke. Fy_Faen , MarcTutorials/pexels Report
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