NEWS / STRESS

Selfish, Sleepy People

Being tired makes you stressed. It also makes you less likely to be kind. People who are sleep-deprived are less willing to help others. >

Are You Addicted to the News?

Being constantly connected to the news cycle can affect mental and physical well-being. Yet some people still find it hard to turn away. >

Are There Age Limits to Learning Mindfulness?

Kids 11 to 14 were given mindfulness training to improve their emotional health and reduce stress. But the results didn't go as planned. >

The Comfort of Dogs

Kids who were able to interact with dogs had less anxiety and lower stress hormones, even compared to kids in a meditation group. >

Maternal Depression May Not Only Affect Moms

Postpartum depression is not uncommon, but if it is long-lasting, it can show up in kids' development. Don't hesitate to get help. >

Putting Anxiety to Sleep

During sleep, the brain reinforces positive emotions and weakens negative or traumatic ones, suggesting a way to help people with PTSD. >

When COVID Hit Campuses

Researchers were studying students' stress. Then came the pandemic, and the picture changed. Here's what happened to students. >

Walk Away from the Blues

It may not surprise you to learn that exercise can lift depression. What may shock you is how little activity it takes to improve your mood. >

Parental Pressure Fuels Kids’ Perfectionism

The pressure to succeed has never been greater, and it leaves many teens feeling they must do everything right all the time. >

The Gunshot Wounds No One Can See

It's not just about surviving: The trauma of a firearm injury has long-term repercussions for survivors and their families. >

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