As a doctor and researcher in stress and healthy aging, I know that sounds nonsensical or, at best, counterintuitive, but ...

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Why a Little Anxiety is Good for You Whether it’s a big test, an improv performance, or a task at your workplace, a little ...

A “Goldilocks” measure of green space might help stave off dementia, but an excess could lead to cognitive decline ...

For years, we've been told that stress is harmful, but recent research shows stress can actually be beneficial. Physician and scientist Dr. Sharon Bergquist joined Alyse Eady to talk about helpful ...

"Cortisol is good in the short-term ... Balanced dietary choices and supplementation can also play a role in reducing stress. This starts with cutting down on sugar and caffeine intake and ...

In stressful situations, our bodies respond by activating the sympathetic nervous system, the part of the autonomic nervous ...

Some psychologists now think a certain amount of anxiety can be useful ... psychology at the University of Rochester who researches stress. “If we didn’t engage with stress, if we just ...

Stress from political, societal changes can disrupt sleep, leading to insomnia. Experts advise avoiding late-night food, ...