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Don’t Let Stress Ruin the Holiday Season
Despite all the joys of the holiday season, stress can take the fun out of the festivities. The average person typically has a long list of added responsibilities and activities during the end of the year, including parties, shopping, baking, cleaning and entertaining, to name a few. For perfectionists, the need to please can really take its toll on overall well-being, and possibly even lead to a self-destructive meltdown.
Full StoryFinal Exams are Near… Have no Test-Taking Fear!
Students of all ages can be prone to test anxiety, particular around crucial end-of-year exams. The good news? A recent University of Chicago study published in the journal Science found that students who wrote down their test-taking fears 10 minutes prior to the exam improved their scores by almost an entire grade point.
Full StoryNew Study Finds Link Between Stroke and Depression
New Study Finds Link Between Stoke and Depression. A recent article posted by the Journal of the American Medical Association has found that people with depression are more likely to suffer from a stroke. According to An Pan, Ph.D., one of the lead analysts of the report, if you have depression but no other health concerns, you most likely have nothing to worry about.
Full Story3 Sneaky Symptoms of Stress: How to Cope
We all know that excessive stress can negatively impact our health. However, we may not always make the connection to stress when we begin to experience unusual symptoms. If you’re under a lot of stress, chances are you are not getting enough sleep to begin with, let alone any of quality.
Full StoryStressed? What NOT to Do… and What to Try
After a stressful situation, how likely are you to rehash the upsetting event to a friend or loved one to try and “get it off your chest” and put it behind you? While venting may be a common response to dealing with stress , new research shows it may actually make you feel worse.
Full StoryStress Relief for Caregivers
With the aging population growing, more and more families are feeling the stress that accompanies providing part-time geriatric support or reaching full-time caregiver status. For many adult children finding themselves in the new position of caring for their parents, the transition can be both physically and emotionally draining.
Full StoryTips to Help Reduce Holiday Stress and Lose Weight Naturally
Holiday stress has become so rampant that it has become increasingly hard to associate this time of the year with heart-warming traditions like caroling and nutmeg. Thankfully, there are a few things you can control by planning ahead.
Full StoryDon’t Let Depression Damper Holiday Cheer: Ways to Battle Seasonal Sadness
The end of the year and the holidays tend to creep up on us each year, but the stores are sure to remind us to buy presents, drink eggnog, and be merry… when all we really want to do is hide under the covers.
Full StoryJuggling Holiday Pressures with ADD/ADHD
Unfortunately, stress has become synonymous with the holidays – and if you or a family member has ADD/ADHD, a little simple planning is crucial to surviving and enjoying the season!
Full StoryDon’t worry; be happy- it’s good for your heart!
While you’ve probably heard that old saying before, you also probably relate that it’s easier said than done not to stress. However, you may not have realized how worrying affects your health, especially your heart!
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