Why Do We Yawn? The Surprising Science 😮
Discover the real reason behind yawning and why it's contagious, beyond just oxygen levels. Fascinating science explained!

And This is Why
1.5K views • Sep 14, 2025

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Yawning feels contagious — but why do we really do it? 😮
For years, scientists thought it was about oxygen. But the truth is more fascinating: yawning may actually help cool the brain and even strengthen social bonds. That’s why seeing someone yawn often makes you yawn too!
In this short video, we explain:
✅ Why yawning keeps your brain alert
✅ Why yawns are contagious
✅ The surprising link between yawns and empathy
So the next time you yawn, remember — it’s not just random.
And this is why we yawn.
#AndThisIsWhy #WhyWeYawn #ScienceExplained #FunFacts
For years, scientists thought it was about oxygen. But the truth is more fascinating: yawning may actually help cool the brain and even strengthen social bonds. That’s why seeing someone yawn often makes you yawn too!
In this short video, we explain:
✅ Why yawning keeps your brain alert
✅ Why yawns are contagious
✅ The surprising link between yawns and empathy
So the next time you yawn, remember — it’s not just random.
And this is why we yawn.
#AndThisIsWhy #WhyWeYawn #ScienceExplained #FunFacts
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