Some stress can be a good thing, experts say
April 2, 2025
While it sounds counterintuitive, there’s growing research about how exposing ourselves to short, sharp bouts of stress can be good for our health. This can
While it sounds counterintuitive, there’s growing research about how exposing ourselves to short, sharp bouts of stress can be good for our health. This can
We don’t know about you but we’re feeling overstressed these days. Thinking about the conflicts overseas and civil discord at home can be overwhelming. It’s
From The Spring edition of Contentment magazine. By Lewis Coleman, MD, FAIS This article presents a fresh hypothesis based on stress theory that explains the
From the Spring edition of Contentment Magazine By Frank Forencich, PhD Life is the Art of Drawing Without an Eraser – John W. Gardner
Research shows that exposing ourselves to short, sharp forms of stress can be good for our health — as long as it’s the right kind
Through its web pages and publications, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) reminds employers that they have a legal duty to protect workers from stress
The modern work culture, characterized by irregular shifts, physical exhaustion, and emotional burnout, is disrupting natural relationship dynamics Increasing work demands, long working hours, and
Recent economic policies, particularly the imposition of tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China, have introduced significant unpredictability into the U.S. economy – creating an effective
Key Takeaways Chronic stress can increase a young woman’s risk of stroke Moderate stress increases stroke risk by 78% among women 18 to 49 No
Work-related stress is a significant issue for millions of professionals. Recent research from the management system experts at Moodle found that 66 percent of American
A recent study indicates that loneliness significantly affects how socially anxious individuals respond to stress, evidenced by lower blood pressure increases. If you struggle with
Researchers suggest animal visitation programs could be a vital tool for supporting student mental health during the transition to university life. In a recent study
Stress from work can often leave people feeling tired and overwhelmed. Anxiety in other parts of life could make this even worse, according to a
‘Prolonged stress … can subtly alter how we perceive the world around us.’ While stress is an unfortunate fact of modern life, scientists are still
Stress is a natural part of life, but when does it shift from a temporary challenge to a long-term burden on our bodies, specifically as
Forty-five percent of college students report experiencing chronic stress, or stress above the average level, according to data from The American Institute of Stress. At
Abstract Background Adolescents may experience stressful life events and associated physical and psychological symptoms of stress. Physical activity has a buffering effect on stress. However,
Key Takeaways Perceived stress in FMS patients correlates with symptom burden, independent of cortisol levels, indicating a need for targeted clinical approaches. FMS patients exhibit
These science-backed practices can help you stay calm, think clearly, and thrive under pressure. Ever feel like your brain is working against you during those stressful, high-pressure
Slow down stress-related aging before your body and brain pay the price. Key points A person’s subjective age predicts their overall health more accurately than
New research conducted for the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) indicates the top source of stress for workers aged 40 to 60 is their