Understanding Types of Humor According to RUSH

Teasing and demeaning others

Using humor to enhance the self in a positive manner (correct)

Using humor to gain favor with others

Ridiculing and criticizing others

Maintaining a positive attitude in difficult times

Laughing at one's own expense

Teasing oneself to gain approval from others

Using sarcasm and put-downs at the expense of others (correct)

Raising one's positive affect

Gaining favor with others

Using humor as a defense mechanism

Lowering one's positive affect (correct)