Ziekte Van Heineken: De-escalation Strategies Now

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to a Crisis Imagine this: a shouting match between a furious parent and a weary teacher, or a tense stand-off between a police officer and an agitated individual, alcohol clearly a factor. In both scenarios, a surprising element emerged – a touch of humour, specifically referencing "Ziekte Van Heineken" (Heineken Disease – a lighthearted term for alcohol-fuelled antics), unexpectedly calmed things. This raises an intriguing question: Could humour, an often overlooked tool, be effective in de-escalating tense, alcohol-related situations?...

June 23, 2025 · 4 min · 753 words · Harry Hayes