No one can escape stress, but sometimes it takes a physical and emotional toll that translates to disease and other health effects. By Dr. Lawson R. WulsinProfessor of Psychiatry and Family MedicineUniversity of Cincinnati Introduction COVID-19 taught most…
It’s important to identify the root causes of your stress and to find the coping mechanisms that work best for you. By Dr. Seena MathewAssistant Professor of BiologyUniversity of Mary Hardin-Baylor Introduction Just as the shift to shorter days and colder…
During times of stress and change, people are often advised to practice self-care by looking after themselves, yet what about the benefits of showing kindness to others? By Dr. Lara AkninDistinguished Professor of PsychologySimon Fraser University By Tiara A CashPhD Student…
Meditation practices won’t magically transform your life, but they can be effective tools to cope with stress. By Dr. Padraic J. DunneSenior Lecturer, Centre of Positive Health SciencesRCSI University of Medicine and Health…
Running gives us an identity that may help us cope when our sense of self is challenged at work. By Dr. Kate BlackProfessor / Head of EducationNorthumbria University, Newcastle By Dr. Russell WarhurstAssociate Professor in ManagementNorthumbria University, Newcastle…
Heart racing, quick breathing and tension headaches are just some of the ways stress changes your body. By Dr. Holly BlakeAssociate Professor of Behavioural ScienceUniversity of Nottingham We all feel stressed from…
Though some people experience higher levels of stress than others, they may be less likely to burnout because they are more frequently connected with what is significant in their lives. By Dr. Shahieda JansenClinical Psychologist and Acting Regional DirectorUniversity of South…
Worried about an uncertain future? A psychologist offers tips to overcome the stress. By Dr. Jelena KecmanovicAdjunct Professor of PsychologyGeorgetown University Introduction A recent study showed that North Americans are becoming less tolerant of uncertainty. The…
The strain of life — from everyday conflicts to major losses — can stretch our well-being to the breaking point. By Tom SiegfriedScience writer and editor It’s no secret that…
People who like to feel in control are more prone to ‘catastrophising’. By Patricia RiddellProfessor of Applied NeuroscienceUniversity of Reading Introduction Imagine you have an interview for a new job tomorrow. Some people might…
