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R. Bruce Baum

R. Bruce Baum EdD

Psychiatry
Buffalo, New York, United States of America

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R. Bruce Baum, a legend in his own mind, is a Professor in the Exceptional Education Department at Buffalo State College and the 'Head Honcho' of HumorCreativity.Com. Dr. Baum is the author of: How To Motivate Audiences: 121 Energizers, Ice Breakers and Activities for Promoting Creative Problem Solving, Teamwork and Laughter recently published by BatesJackson. He received his Bachelor's and Master's degrees from the University of Cincinnati, and his doctorate from Indiana University. Dr. Baum is a Colleague in the Creative Education Foundation, a leader in the Annual Creative Problem Solving Institute.

Baum was a member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians, an Associate with the Center for Development of Human Services, a Certified Laughter Leader, and a member of the Board of Directors of the Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor. He has conducted numerous programs on humor, laughter, creativity, team building, educating individuals with disabilities, coping with difficult people, communication, self-esteem, collaboration and managing stress. In 2002 and 2003 Dr. Baum participated in the South Africa Creativity Conference in Warmsbad, South Africa. In his spare time, Dr. Baum is a Rocket Scientist, Bronco Rider, Taxidermist, Explorer, Gourmet and Brain Surgeon.
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