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Coping With Mental Health During COVID-19 Pandemic

March 17, 2020

Just like the virus itself, emotional stress seems to be spreading alongside the coronavirus outbreak. You may feel fatigued, have difficulty sleeping, or experience a loss of appetite. This is a completely normal human reaction, and there is no “right” way to respond in times of uncertainty.

Cortisol: The Good News, Bad News, and the Downright Ugly Truth behind This Stress Hormone

October 20, 2017

Cortisol gets a bad rap. It’s blamed for anxiety, high blood pressure, stroke—you name it. But having a better understanding of this hormone’s function helps people realize that balancing this hormone—not eliminating it—is key to healthy living.

Coping With Anxiety

November 16, 2016

There are times in life when anxiety is hard to avoid.

Conversion Disorder: Mind Over Matter

October 27, 2016

For seemingly no physical reason, you find yourself paralyzed and can’t speak. It sounds like the plot of a horror movie, but such frightening symptoms can actually happen to people who have a rare condition called conversion disorder.

Handling Election Stress

October 14, 2016

As the days count down to Election Day blood pressure is rising all across the country. So, how is one to remain sane among the chaos?

Money and Your Health

August 25, 2016

How much do you worry about money?

Is Your Job Increasing Your Risk for Stroke?

October 15, 2015

Work stress causes many problems in life and a new analysis of several studies shows it could also lead to an increased risk of stroke.

Death by Touchdown?

October 08, 2015

For some, a suspenseful game can lead to heart attack.

Don't Let Tax Day Be the Death of You

April 15, 2015

Statistics show an increase in fatal car crashes around the time of Tax Day, due to increased stress levels among drivers.

Solutions to 4 Holiday Stressors

December 17, 2014

Finding the perfect gift, hosting a memorable party and overspending can make the holidays more stressful than merry. Here are simple solutions to the top holiday stressors.

Long Working Hours Are Bad for Your Heart

September 29, 2014

If you work too much, you won't have time for proper exercise, plenty of sleep and other things that are essential to good health.

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