Stress is a common experience for everyone, but its multifaceted nature makes it challenging to quantify…
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Children’s behavioral problems are linked to higher hair cortisol levels
Cortisol is the hormone secreted by the body to respond to stressful situations, so measuring the…
Placebos reduce stress, anxiety, depression — even when people know they are placebos
A study out of Michigan State University found that nondeceptive placebos, or placebos given with people…
Finding Emotional Lightness – The Surprising Paradox
Have you ever felt a weight on your shoulders that you just couldn’t shake? An emotional…
Stroke recovery: It’s in the genes
New research led by UCLA Health has found that specific genes may be related to the…
Researchers identify brain region involved in oxycodone relapse
Even years after they have recovered, a person who once struggled with alcohol or opioid addiction…
Elevating Vitality: Self-Actions for Managing Chronic Conditions and Autoimmune Diseases
The Importance of Raising Vitality for Health A healthy body has a high level of vitality,…
Confronting trauma alleviates chronic pain among older veterans
A new study led by UCLA Health and the U.S. Veterans Affairs Office found chronic pain…
Intervention reduces stress and feelings of burden of family caregivers of older adults with dementia
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 80% of those living with dementia…
How stress knocks out your cognitive reserve
While mentally stimulating activities and life experiences can improve cognition in memory clinic patients, stress undermines…