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July 29, 2026Scandinavian Journal of PsychologyOpen Access

Understanding Banter: A Systematic Review of Literature to Conceptualize the Behaviors That Characterize Banter

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LBLucy R. BettsSBSarah L. BuglassLALoren Abell

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Overview

Systematic review explores factors defining banter, its distinction from aggression, and influences of intent and demographics.

Key Points

  • The review aims to synthesize literature on the behaviors and contexts defining banter and its differences from aggression.
  • Reviewed 7524 articles published from 2000 to 2022, narrowed to 47 after duplicates removal
  • Utilized reflexive thematic analysis to identify patterns and themes related to banter behavior
  • Examined factors such as intent, age, and gender differences in banter conceptualization.
  • Banter involves the playful exchange of insults or jokes among friends, aimed to be enjoyable.
  • Identified clear distinctions between banter and aggressive behaviors, emphasizing intent's role in interpretation.
  • Introduced a positive banter experience framework to promote and understand healthy banter interactions.

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Betts et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a69a24dc8da07d9defa581chttps://doi.org/10.1111/sjop.70127
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