Stress Stories
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Creative Endeavors On Off Days Boost Workplace Performance
People who don't really enjoy their job may find that they can still perform well if they spend some time partaking in creativity activities during their days off. -
The Future Is Pretty Bleak For Our Kids, If You Ask Adults In Developed Countries
A survey of over 16,000 people in 20 countries found that many in developed countries don't believe today's children will have better futures. -
5 Science-Based Ways To Cope With Stress
Something as simple as getting in touch with nature may help you cope with the amount of stress in your life. Here are four other ways. -
Here's How To Prevent Your Job From Making Your Personal Life More Stressful
Too often, people let stress from work spill over into their personal lives, and vice-versa. With no escape from the stress, it builds up and eventually leads to burnout — something most people need to learn to prevent. -
Your Spring Allergies May Be Triggered By Stress, Not Pollen
Spring allergy flare-ups may be triggered by everyday stress elements, a new study finds. -
How Stress Makes It Harder To Get Pregnant
In a new study, women with higher levels of alpha-amylase, a biological indicator of stress measured in saliva, were twice as likely to be considered clinically infertile than others. -
The 5 Best Apps For Productivity [VIDEO]
Being disorganized can be quite the drag, and stressful. These five productivity apps will help you get your life together, without the mess. -
Chronic Stress Takes A Toll On Kids, Weakens Their Immune Systems
Children are particularly vulnerable to the negative effects of chronic toxic stress, which can impair their immune systems and brain development. -
Childhood Adversity Has Long Lasting Effects On Black Men
A new study finds childhood adversity launches a lifelong process of relationship and health disadvantage for African-American men. -
Is Depression Caused By A 'Stress Hormone'?
Cortisol, the "stress hormone," may be a reliable biomarker for depression in teenage boys, a new study finds. -
Think You're Stressed? Still Probably Not As Much As Teens
The latest Stress in America survey from the American Psychological Association finds that many stressed-out teenagers are developing unhealthy habits to cope. -
Teens Who Take Prozac Could Be More Easily Stressed As Adults
A new study shows that teenagers who took Prozac experienced a lower emotional resiliency later in adulthood.