stress

When Meanness Hurts More Than Feelings
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When Meanness Hurts More Than Feelings

Have you ever felt like you’re an easy target for rude comments, dismissive behavior, or passive aggressive remarks? If so, you’re not imagining it. Some people genuinely seem to attract more meanness than others, and psychologists say there are real reasons why. But what often goes unnoticed is how this kind of emotional mistreatment doesn’t…

Low Choline and High Anxiety: What Science Reveals About This Brain Connection
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Low Choline and High Anxiety: What Science Reveals About This Brain Connection

Anxiety is more than nervous thoughts or racing feelings. It is a condition deeply rooted in brain chemistry. Scientists have long examined the psychological side of anxiety, but recent findings show that certain nutrients may quietly influence how we experience stress and emotional regulation. One such nutrient, choline, is gaining attention for its impact on…

Could a Shorter Workweek Be the Secret to Better Health?
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Could a Shorter Workweek Be the Secret to Better Health?

Imagine working four days a week, leaving Friday free for rest, family, or personal growth without sacrificing productivity. In the Netherlands, this is not a futuristic idea but a lived reality. By 2024, the average Dutch worker clocked just over 32 hours per week, often structured into four day schedules. Early results show more happiness,…

Coronavirus Update: New CDC Testing Criteria, Pandemic Preparedness, and Anxiety
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Coronavirus Update: New CDC Testing Criteria, Pandemic Preparedness, and Anxiety

The CDC has revised its criteria for testing for the novel coronavirus after a woman tested positive for the virus in California. Initially, the CDC was reluctant to test her for COVID-19 because she didn’t meet their original criteria, mainly because she was exposed to someone else who had the virus. Luckily, her doctors persisted…

Novel Coronavirus: What We Know So Far About COVID-19
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Novel Coronavirus: What We Know So Far About COVID-19

The novel coronavirus has dominated new outlets throughout late 2019 and early 2020, but what do we know about this deadly virus? And what information is essential? The New York Times called it an “infodemic” because so many stories have been written about Coronavirus. Many dangerous and false information about the new illness on the…

Coronavirus Update: Death Toll Reaches 14, How to Self-Quarantine, and Best Disinfectants
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Coronavirus Update: Death Toll Reaches 14, How to Self-Quarantine, and Best Disinfectants

Before officials got wind of it, the coronavirus may have spread in King County, Washington. Several residents at the Life Care Center nursing home have fallen ill due to the virus. Many of the deaths are linked to the facility. Thirteen people have now died in Washington state, and California also saw its first death…

Experts Weigh In On The Best Techniques To Keep Your Stress Levels In Check
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Experts Weigh In On The Best Techniques To Keep Your Stress Levels In Check

The modern world is fast-paced and societal pressures can lead to increased feelings of stress that cause physical, emotional, or psychological strain. Stress affects everyone and is the body’s normal reaction to warning signs or challenges identified by the central nervous system.  When the body identifies stress, hormones and chemicals are released that trigger the…