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Pot Might Ease PTSD: Study (13-Nov-2009) Synthetic marijuana reduced post-traumatic stress disorder in rats

Chocolate Soothes the Stressed-Out Soul (12-Nov-2009) Study found eating dark version lowered levels of stress hormones

Health Tip: Sources of Childhood Stress (10-Nov-2009) Parents can help limit exposure

Good Sleepers More Likely to Eat Right (06-Nov-2009) Adequate shuteye is linked to healthier food choices in study

Without Job Stress, Retirees Sleep Better (05-Nov-2009) Those who left demanding jobs report the most improvement, study finds

After Age 55, Workplace Stress Seems to Decline (29-Oct-2009) Changing priorities may play a role, but expert urges employers to take heed

Meditation May Reduce Stress in Breast Cancer Patients (28-Oct-2009) Women report improved emotional and mental health in study

Exposure to Holocaust May Have Raised Cancer Risks (26-Oct-2009) Survivors offer clues to the impact of severe physical, psychosocial suffering, researchers say

Post-Traumatic Stress May Raise Death Risks (17-Oct-2009) Veterans with disorder more likely to die within a year of major surgery, study finds

Study Upends Comfort-Food Theory (07-Oct-2009) Researcher says people more open to change during stressful periods

Hairstylists Often Privy to Older Clients' Health Issues (04-Oct-2009) Some see chance to steer them towards local elder services, report suggests

Social Isolation Adversely Affects Breast Cancer (29-Sep-2009) In mouse study, those living alone had larger tumors than those in groups

Angst May Protect Against Some Skin Cancer (25-Sep-2009) Study finds less squamous cell carcinoma in mice under short-term stress

Tired, Stressed Docs Make More Mistakes, Study Finds (22-Sep-2009) Experts urge changes throughout medicine to reduce fatigue and distress

Health Tip: Suggestions to Manage Stress (21-Sep-2009) Help keep it at bay

Health Tip: Stress Has Its Warning Signs (17-Sep-2009) Here's a list of possible symptoms

Combat Exposure Tied to Chronic High Blood Pressure (14-Sep-2009) Battlefield experience linked to hypertension years later, study finds

Busy Roads Boost Blood Pressure (11-Sep-2009) Study found those who lived near heavy traffic noise had raised readings

Soothe Back-to-School Anxiety, Teach Kids to Relax (23-Aug-2009) Simple steps can lessen stress when children get overwhelmed, experts say

Stressed Out College Students Losing Sleep (12-Aug-2009) Worries put them at risk for poor mental and physical health, experts say

Social Stress Sends Body Fat to the Stomach (05-Aug-2009) In turn, that meant heart risks were raised, researcher says

For Many, 9/11-Linked Trauma Emerged Years Later (04-Aug-2009) Rates of reported PTSD climbed 5 years after the attacks, but asthma rates have steadily fallen, study finds

Leave Worries Behind When Packing for Vacation (01-Aug-2009) Absence of negative emotions contributes to a great trip, survey finds

Stress, Bad Bedtime Habits Cause Insomnia (24-Jul-2009) For a good night's sleep, follow these expert tips

Parental Stress Boosts Kids' Asthma Risk (21-Jul-2009) When combined with air pollution, smoking, it raises chances of condition, study finds

Recession Takes Toll on Children's Health (17-Jul-2009) National poll finds kids in poorest families feel effects most

Parents of Children With Autism Report High Stress Levels (17-Jul-2009) Behavior problems, not additional caretaking, seem to cause the distress

Many Veterans Need Mental Health Care (16-Jul-2009) Those returning from Iraq may not show sign of problems right away, study notes

How to De-Stress a Recession-Riddled Life (12-Jul-2009) Simple strategies should help in staying calm and moving on

Blood Rush to the Brain When Angry Is a Good Sign (10-Jul-2009) Healthy reaction to mental stress not seen in those with high blood pressure, study finds

Job Stress, Economy Weighing on Americans (10-Jul-2009) Worries lead to extra pounds and tip the scales toward more health risks, researcher says

Anxiety-Prone People Find Distractions Hard to Ignore (29-Jun-2009) Trouble concentrating may add to stress levels, researcher says

Work Stress for Mom Might Harm Baby (18-Jun-2009) Researchers link job strain, long hours to low birth weight

Health Tip: Laughter is Good for You (03-Jun-2009) It can help combat stress

Teen Stress May Have Roots in First Three Years of Life (21-May-2009) Overuse of day care, insensitive moms linked to higher stress levels in adolescence

Shop 'Til You Drop: You May Feel Better (21-May-2009) Survey finds many women use spending sprees to boost emotional well-being in hard times

Study Links Cancerous Tumors With Depression (20-May-2009) Research with rats finds biological tie between growths and mood changes

Health Tip: Prevent Burnout (11-May-2009) Suggestions to help ward off stress

Not All Caregivers Are Stressed and Depressed (08-May-2009) Some discover satisfaction in challenging role, survey finds

After Job Loss, People Report More Health Issues (08-May-2009) Society should consider ways to mitigate the effects, experts say

Health Tip: Learn to Manage Your Stress (07-May-2009) Busy women especially prone to role strain

U.S. Mental Health Spending Rises, But Many Still Left Out (05-May-2009) Access to care improves, studies find, but treatment quality lags for elderly, vets

Health Tip: Allow Yourself to Grieve (30-Apr-2009) Here's how

Health Tip: After Baby is Born (29-Apr-2009) Suggestions for maintaining a healthy relationship with your partner

Work Strife Stresses the Heart (24-Apr-2009) The link seems certain but solutions less so, experts say

Combat Duty Harms Long-Term Health of Vets (24-Apr-2009) Though soldiers tend to be healthier, trauma erases the advantage, study finds

Outgoing Nature Could Get You to 100 (20-Apr-2009) Sunnier, non-neurotic types may live longer, study suggests

Having Psoriasis Raises Risk of Diabetes, Hypertension (20-Apr-2009) Researchers suspect chronic inflammation is common thread among all 3 conditions

Worms Reveal More of Longevity's Secrets (16-Apr-2009) The way cells use oxygen could keep them younger, longer

Soothing Songs Please the Heart (15-Apr-2009) Particularly when patients pick the tunes, study suggests

Former Inmates at Increased Risk for High Blood Pressure (14-Apr-2009) And they're more likely to lack treatment for it years after freedom, study finds

Across the U.S., Stress Varies by Region (14-Apr-2009) CDC surveys find more relaxed people in Hawaii, fewer in Kentucky, W. Va.

Study Challenges Link Between Panic Attacks, PTSD (10-Apr-2009) Findings suggest many factors contribute to stress disorder, not just fear during trauma

As Work Stress Rises, So May Depression (09-Apr-2009) But whether jobs trigger psychological woes or vice versa is unclear, expert says

Stress Management Battles Prostate Cancer Anxiety (08-Apr-2009) Brief counseling before, after surgery eases concern over side effects, study finds

TV Time May Not Be Benign (03-Apr-2009) Behavioral problems, obesity more likely in kids who watch 2 hours-plus a day

Trouble Sleeping? Try These Tips (03-Apr-2009) What you do and drink before bedtime can have an effect

Asperger Syndrome Tied to Low Cortisol Levels (02-Apr-2009) Finding could steer caregivers away from situations that would add to anxiety

An Online Guide to Cope With Recession-Related Stress (01-Apr-2009) U.S.-supported site offers advice, referrals to help protect your health

Registry Created for Broken Heart Syndrome (26-Mar-2009) Data collection aims to aid in recognizing, treating rare but real condition

What Causes Mystery Heart Condition? (26-Mar-2009) Stress cardiomyopathy linked to common drugs, study finds

Health Tip: Stress and Diabetes (18-Mar-2009) The body's response can affect your blood sugar

Mental Exhaustion Impedes Physical Performance (13-Mar-2009) Researchers say finding could serve as model for diagnosing chronic fatigue

Migraines in Pregnancy Boost Vascular Risks (11-Mar-2009) Headaches should be seen as indicator of other problems, expert says

Post-Traumatic Stress Tied to Increased Suicide Risk (02-Mar-2009) How young adults respond to early trauma seems to play a role, study finds

Take Note: Doodling Can Help Memory (27-Feb-2009) It actually keeps us on track with boring tasks, study suggests

Waiting Is the Hardest Part in Biopsies (24-Feb-2009) Study finds stress hormone levels abnormal among women waiting for breast biopsy results

Control Your Anger, Help Your Heart (23-Feb-2009) Yale project looks at electrocardiogram patterns for those with implanted defibrillators

Job Losses Carry High 'Stress Tag' (12-Feb-2009) Battered economy exacts emotional toll on unemployed, families, even those still working

Minority Clinics Tougher on Doctors (09-Feb-2009) Physicians face more challenging cases with fewer resources, study suggests

Female Hormones Deter Salt-Sensitive Hypertension (06-Feb-2009) Estrogen appears to improve kidneys' ability to shed sodium, study says

Plan Hopes to ID Early Halt in Reproductive Function (04-Feb-2009) Guidelines could diagnose primary ovarian insufficiency in women under 40

Inflammation May Play Role in Sleep Duration (02-Feb-2009) Stress, mood affect cytokine regulators underlying resting habits, study says

Those Who Feel Rejected Direct Hostility Toward Others (30-Jan-2009) Social exclusion linked to aggression found in school shootings, other tragedies

Preeclampsia in Pregnancy Boosts Future Health Risks (30-Jan-2009) Moms may face chance of hypertension, diabetes and blood clots, study says

Childhood Stress Compromises Immune System (28-Jan-2009) Early emotional environment a key to later physical health, study says

Health Tip: Triggers for PTSD (23-Jan-2009) Events that increase a person's risk

A Much-Needed Hero for Troubled Times (16-Jan-2009) Pilot's action in landing jet in NYC waters and saving lives should inspire those dealing with their own struggles, experts say

Video Game May Help Reduce Flashbacks From Trauma (15-Jan-2009) Colorful shapes in 'Tetris' seem to force competition for brain's sensory data

Childhood Trauma Tied to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (06-Jan-2009) Finding means condition could be biologically driven, researchers say

War Vets With Headaches Could Have Brain Problems (05-Jan-2009) Reduced sense of smell might also signal need for testing, expert says

Health Tip: Tempering Your Temper (30-Dec-2008) Suggestions on how to calm down when you get angry

How to Cope When Illness Doesn't Take a Holiday Break (24-Dec-2008) Stress-relieving tips may help young and old alike

Blue and Broke for the Holidays (22-Dec-2008) Economic woes ratchet up mental health problems already more common this time of year

Eating Strategies for Healthier Holiday Parties (21-Dec-2008) Easy-to-follow tips can take the guilt, and the calories, out of the equation

Marital Distress May Affect Breast Cancer Recovery (18-Dec-2008) Outcome appears to be related to quality of marriage relationship

Avoiding a Holiday Season of Discontent (06-Dec-2008) Stress is everywhere, but learning what relaxes you can help, expert says

Poor Mental Health May Boost Asthma Risk (05-Dec-2008) But, researchers are still trying to understand the connection

Memory Formation Different in Those With Stress-Related Psychiatric Disorders (03-Dec-2008) Study may lead to new treatments for PTSD, researchers say

Low Childhood IQ Tied to Risk of Later Mental Disorders (01-Dec-2008) While mechanism is unclear, findings may help improve treatment for psychiatric problems

Depression's Behavior Changes Linked to Heart Risks (25-Nov-2008) But lifestyle modifications, especially exercise, can cut the odds, study says

An Allergy Checklist for Holiday Gatherings (23-Nov-2008) Guests with asthma, respiratory disease will enjoy the party if hosts plan wisely

When the Caregiver Becomes the Patient (20-Nov-2008) Study finds those tending Alzheimer's relatives at risk for hospital visits of their own

Child-Care Relationships Tied to Kids' Stress Levels (19-Nov-2008) At school or home, they can raise long-term health risks, studies say

Greener Neighborhoods Mean Slimmer Children (14-Nov-2008) Trees, parks get inner city kids moving, study finds

Homecoming Veterans Often Face Inner Challenge (11-Nov-2008) Mental health issues may affect 20% of recent returnees, but help is available

Joyful Music in Tune With Heart Health (11-Nov-2008) Study finds it leads to improved blood flow

Caring for Aging Loved Ones Can Be a Catch-22 (27-Oct-2008) Journalist Gail Sheehy's painful passage through U.S. health system echoes that of many caregivers

Hydrogen Sulfide Key Player in Blood Pressure Regulation (23-Oct-2008) Mouse study finds 'rotten egg'-smelling gas relaxes arteries, may have broader applications

Blood Pressure on the Rise in America (13-Oct-2008) More people being treated for hypertension than ever before, study finds

Economic Crisis Takes Toll on Emotional Health (08-Oct-2008) Experts seeing more cases of sleeplessness, anxiety, but they offer tips for coping

Health Tip: Boost Your Energy (06-Oct-2008) Work smarter and slower

Extended Work Absences May Signal Risk of Death (03-Oct-2008) Problems tied to surgery or circulatory or psychiatric troubles a red flag, study suggests

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Best for Traumatized Youths (29-Sep-2008) But study also finds too many clinicians still using unproven treatments

Stroke Prevalence Higher, Deadlier Among American Indians (23-Sep-2008) More smoking, hypertension, diabetes may explain statistics, study says

Caregivers Face Multiple Strains Tending Older Parents (22-Sep-2008) Study confirms health decline in middle-aged adults juggling chores for 2 lives

Parenting Plays Key Role in Infant's Response to Stress (18-Sep-2008) While genes affect physiological development, mom's behavior changes effect, study says

Stress Disorder Affects 20% of Intensive Care Patients (17-Sep-2008) Prior history of mental health problems, sedative use contribute to risk, study says

Health Tip: Keep Stress at Bay (15-Sep-2008) Don't let it get to you

9/11's Health Effects Lingered for Years (10-Sep-2008) Injured, workers and passersby developed psychological, respiratory woes, latest NYC report finds

Kids of Stressed, Low-Income Moms Prone to Weight Problems (03-Sep-2008) Anxiety may prompt the children to eat unhealthy foods, study suggests

Mistaken Beliefs About Cancer Abound (27-Aug-2008) Global survey says many inflate environmental risks, downplay behaviors that count

Drug May Lower Blood Pressure in Adolescents With Hypertension (26-Aug-2008) Allopurinol, used to cut uric acid levels, could work better than current options, study says

Stress, Anxiety Worsen Response to Allergens (14-Aug-2008) Delayed reactions also occur in allergic asthma, can be life-threatening, study says

Breast-Feeding: The Stress Buster That Lasts for Years (08-Aug-2008) Researchers say mothers milk makes for even-keeled kids

Health Tip: Deep Breathing Techniques (29-Jul-2008) To help you relax

When Babies Die, Obstetricians Suffer, Too (21-Jul-2008) Stillbirths, infant deaths caused one in 10 docs to consider giving up practice, survey says

Gene Variations May Predict Antidepressant Response (18-Jul-2008) Finding could help advance individualized medicine for psychiatric patients

Health Tip: Staying Emotionally Healthy (17-Jul-2008) Suggestions to maintain a sound mind

'Sideline' Rage Triggers Mirror Those of Angry Drivers (07-Jul-2008) Parents who rant at kids' sporting events let ego get in the way, study says

Anxiety, Shyness May Be Long-Lasting Traits (04-Jul-2008) Brain mechanism present early in life predisposes people to worry, study finds

Health Tip: Help Prevent Headaches (02-Jul-2008) Keep stress at bay

Elevated Albumin Levels in Urine Raise Hypertension Risk (30-Jun-2008) Findings suggest current concept of 'normal' protein secretion needs revision

Overtime Work Tied to Anxiety, Depression (19-Jun-2008) Rates were higher among less-skilled and those with lower incomes, study finds

High Blood Pressure in Kids Tracks Into Adulthood (16-Jun-2008) Study also suggests strong association between chilhood overweight and higher readings

Coffee Beans May Be Newest Stress-Buster (13-Jun-2008) Just inhaling the aroma activated anxiety-relieving genes, rat research shows

PTSD High Among Witnesses to 9/11 (13-Jun-2008) One in 8 NYC residents near scene affected years later, with those injured suffering most

Combat Vets Display Severe Sleep Disorders (10-Jun-2008) But their tech savvy helps them use online programs as well as drugs to help problem

For Women, a Happy Marriage Means Sweet Dreams (09-Jun-2008) Those in troubled unions report more sleep problems, study finds

Too Much Cell Phone Time Takes Toll on Teen Sleep (09-Jun-2008) Study found excessive use made adolescents more sleepy, restless and stressed

Exposure Therapy Effective in Preventing Post-Traumatic Stress (03-Jun-2008) It eased anxiety, corrected belief that reliving memories must be avoided, study concludes

9/11 Workers Face Chronic Mental Impairment (22-May-2008) Stress levels comparable to those seen in returning Afghanistan war veterans, study says

Metabolic Syndrome Foretells Diabetes in Elderly (21-May-2008) But increased cardiovascular risk less certain, researchers find

Sorafenib Shows Promise for Heart-Lung Disease (20-May-2008) Cancer drug interferes with abnormal cell growth seen in pulmonary hypertension

Depression, PTSD Common Among Lung Transplant Patient Caregivers (18-May-2008) They're 4 to 5 times more likely to suffer symptoms, but trained counselors could help

Mom's Stress in Pregnancy May Up Baby's Asthma and Allergy Risk (18-May-2008) Higher levels of allergy marker found in cord blood of stressed mothers' babies

Health Tip: Keeping the Caregiver Healthy (15-May-2008) Here are ways to prevent feeling burned out and stressed

High Blood Pressure Still Slipping Past Doctors (12-May-2008) Study finds little more than half of patients were checked, only 39% met treatment goals

High Blood Pressure, Cholesterol Associated With Eye Disease (12-May-2008) Risk for retinal vein blockage more than doubles when these conditions go untreated

Demanding Jobs May Pay Cognitive Dividends in Retirement (09-May-2008) Intellectual demands reap mental benefits regardless of age or education, study finds

Mood Disorders Put Breast Cancer Patients at Risk for PTSD (09-May-2008) They're twice as likely to have suffered from depression before the diagnosis

Imaging Advances Map Brain Areas Affecting Mood (06-May-2008) Circuits involved with depression, bipolar disorders could receive more targeted treatment

9/11 Counselors at Risk for Secondary Trauma (02-May-2008) Social workers hearing repeated stories can suffer post-traumatic stress of their own

Antipsychotic Drugs Linked to Pneumonia in Elderly (22-Apr-2008) Mechanism unclear, but nursing home study says risk greatest week after meds begin

Gene Variant Boosts Risk for Stress-Related Ischemia (22-Apr-2008) Patients 3 times more likely to suffer dangerous spike in blood flow to heart, study finds

Treating PTSD Helps Kids Deal With Loss (21-Apr-2008) Camp-based therapy proved more beneficial than individual grief counseling, study finds

Work Conflicts Can Do a Job on Your Sleep (17-Apr-2008) They're more disruptive than long hours, night shifts or job insecurity, study says

Heart Failure Drugs Linked to Hip Bone Loss in Older Men (15-Apr-2008) Loop diuretics more than double risk for fractures, study finds

Testosterone Levels Among Financial Traders Affect Performance (14-Apr-2008) British study found those with more of the male hormone in the morning made more money

Heard the One About How to Beat Tension? (07-Apr-2008) Research shows anticipation of laughter helps reduce body's release of stress hormones

New Guidelines Tackle Treatment of Resistant Hypertension (07-Apr-2008) Multi-drug regimens, dose timing, adherence to therapy all matter, heart association says

Lowering Blood Pressure Improves Brain Hemorrhage Outcomes (04-Apr-2008) Aggressive action is safe and may cut risk of disability, death, study finds

Managing Stress Can Lower Heart Death Risk (29-Mar-2008) Treatment of anxiety can reduce threat from disease, study says

Health Tip: Stressed Teens (26-Mar-2008) Suggestions to help you cope

Aggression on Job More Harmful Than Sexual Harassment (08-Mar-2008) Study finds bullied workers had more stress, less commitment and higher levels of anxiety

Deficit in Brain Function Puts Teens at Risk of Drug Abuse (05-Mar-2008) Frontal cortex at center of ability to control impulsive responses, study finds

Aromatherapy Falls Short, Study Finds (05-Mar-2008) It didn't heal wounds, relieve pain or boost immune status

Substance Abusers With PTSD Face Poorer Outcomes (04-Mar-2008) Finding shows half with drug dependence also have post-traumatic stress disorder

Surviving Daylight Saving Switch (02-Mar-2008) Night owls especially need to readjust to cope with loss of hour's sleep on March 9

Biomarkers for Mood May Alter Psychiatric Treatments (28-Feb-2008) Study finds blood can used to diagnose severity of bipolar illness

Health Tip: Canker Sores (27-Feb-2008) Who's more likely to get them

Daily Stress May Raise Women's Risk of Cervical Cancer (15-Feb-2008) Researchers find chronic worry impairs immune response to cancer-causing virus

PTSD a Risk Factor for Long-Term Disease (13-Feb-2008) Study finds trauma disorder as good a marker for health status as common chronic ills

Gene Variations Help Regulate Response to Stress (11-Feb-2008) Adults abused in childhood lack protective changes against depression, U.S. study says

Health Tip: Reduce Stress at Work (11-Feb-2008) Suggestions to try

Spouse's Sickness Bodes Ill for Partner's Health (10-Feb-2008) Stress of hospitalization may pose deadly burden

Black Men Most at Risk for Kidney Disease Complications (04-Feb-2008) Black women also less likely to have blood pressure under control, study finds

9/11 Attacks Changed Way Americans Dream (01-Feb-2008) Small study suggests images more intense, but oddly lacking planes flying into towers

Sedentary Lifestyle Accelerates Aging (28-Jan-2008) Active people biologically younger than couch potato set, British study suggests

Diuretics Best for Hypertension and Metabolic Syndrome (28-Jan-2008) Drugs as good or better than others in treating both conditions

High Levels of Stress After 9/11 Raised Heart Disease Risk (07-Jan-2008) Cardiovascular problems surfaced in people with no history of heart trouble

Breast Is Best for Reducing Stress (06-Jan-2008) Early breast-feeding may bolster kids' ability to handle anxiety

Post-Holiday Letdown Can Be Avoided (25-Dec-2007) Healthy diet, exercise are real blues-beaters, experts say

Cabin Fever Has an Online Cure This Year (25-Dec-2007) National Wildlife Federation site shows parks and green spaces close to your zip code

Realistic Expectations Help Ward Off Holiday Depression (24-Dec-2007) Enjoying what the season brings means taking things as they come, expert says

Give Yourself the Gift of Sleep for the Holidays (23-Dec-2007) Getting an early start on tasks and doing a little each day cuts stress, expert says

Maintaining Routine Can Chase Holiday Blues Away (22-Dec-2007) The season is stressful, but simple steps can help you cope

Workplace Flexibility Can Boost Healthy Behaviors (14-Dec-2007) Giving workers some leeway promotes positive lifestyle changes, study finds

High Blood Pressure Key Factor for Cardiovascular Disease (12-Dec-2007) Only one-third to one-half of those getting treatment reach their target levels, survey finds

Amount of Exercise Key to Lowering Kids' Blood Pressure (11-Dec-2007) Study finds total levels of activity more important than intensity

Hypertension Linked to Risk of Mild Cognitive Impairment (10-Dec-2007) Study suggests it may cause the effect through cerebrovascular disease

Night Shift Work May Heighten Risk for Cancer (05-Dec-2007) Expert panel to add it to list of 'probable' causes of malignancy

Health Tip: Keep Kids on a Realistic Schedule (21-Nov-2007) Avoid planning too many activities

Health Tip: Relaxation Techniques (06-Nov-2007) Suggestions to help you take it easy

Energy Drinks Could Pose Blood Pressure Risks (06-Nov-2007) Medicated heart patients might be in danger, study suggests

Web-Based Stress Therapy Shows Promise for Vets (02-Nov-2007) Self-managed care program could be expanded to other groups, study says

Younger Veterans at Greater Suicide Risk (30-Oct-2007) Study also found that post-traumatic stress disorder had a 'protective' effect

Marital Stress Linked to Heart Disease (23-Oct-2007) Couples with troubled relationships have hardening of the coronary arteries, research says

Health Tip: Managing Stress (23-Oct-2007) Diet and exercise can help you relax

Vulnerability to Stress Linked to Brain Molecule (18-Oct-2007) Study with mice reveals heightened activity of neurotransmitter dopamine

Value of Most Post-Traumatic Stress Treatments 'Uncertain' (18-Oct-2007) VA-sponsored study could influence care of returning U.S. veterans

Meditation a Quick Fix for Stress (11-Oct-2007) Small study involving Chinese undergraduates showed significant benefit

Leave That Holiday 'To Do' List in a Drawer (03-Sep-2007) Make fall chores notes early at night, then get the rest you need, sleep expert advises

Work Time Predicts Sleep Time (03-Sep-2007) Commuting to job also determines slumber hours, study says

Experiments Get Close to 'Out-of-Body' Experience (23-Aug-2007) Using virtual reality, volunteers mimicked the near-death phenomenon

Health Tip: While Chewing Gum May Relieve Stress ... (22-Aug-2007) Don't chew too vigorously

Handling Stress Properly Increases Good Cholesterol (20-Aug-2007) And that can help protect your arteries, study suggests

Work-Family Conflict Dogs Air Force Women After Deployment (19-Aug-2007) 1 in 5 report symptoms of anxiety, depression once back home

Depression Taking Toll on Returning U.S. Vets (17-Aug-2007) Many feel like 'guests in their own home,' study finds

Child Maltreatment Rises in Homes of Soldiers Sent to War (31-Jul-2007) Stress on spouse left behind cited by U.S. Army-sponsored study

One Billion People Don't Get Enough Vitamin D (19-Jul-2007) Expert suggests recommended daily intake be boosted to help prevent disease

Health Tip: When Your Child Is Stressed (10-Jul-2007) Here's how you can help

Health Tip: Stressed Out? (29-May-2007) Meditation can help

9/11 Dreams Study Suggests TV Coverage Boosted Stress (20-Apr-2007) Findings would apply to people coping with Virginia Tech tragedy, expert says

Parental Drinking Boosts Alcoholism Risk for ADHD Kids (29-Mar-2007) Association is partly explained by family stresses, studies find

Inflammatory Genes Linked to Salt-Sensitive Hypertension (12-Jan-2007) If sodium handling goes awry, study says blood pressure spike persists long after it should

Study Backs Worksite Stress Interventions (10-Jan-2007) Tension-reducing programs help hearts and the bottom line, Italian researchers say

Video Game Injuries a Holiday Hazard (28-Dec-2006) Physical therapy group urges parents to give safety a thumbs up

Stressed Out? Grab Hubby's Hand (22-Dec-2006) In happy marriages, hand-holding calms nerves, study finds

Health Tip: Less Stress for the Holidays (20-Dec-2006) How to stay relaxed and enjoy the season

College Students Can Pack Stress for Holiday Home Stay (09-Dec-2006) Newfound independence may mean a change in plans for all in the family

Common PTSD Drug May Be Useless (01-Dec-2006) Study finds guanfacine offers no benefit and carries risks

PTSD Diagnosed More in Women (20-Nov-2006) Different responses to trauma might explain disparity, study suggests

Feeling Stressed? (08-Oct-2006) Here are some tips to relieve the pressure of everyday life

Health Tip: Don't Worry, Be Happy (28-Sep-2006) Some suggestions to relieve stress

Stress During Pregnancy Linked to Smaller Babies (27-Sep-2006) Cortisol may help transmit mom's anxiety to fetus, study finds

Brain Helps Keep Emotions at Bay (20-Sep-2006) Findings shed light on mechanisms of post-traumatic stress disorder, study says

'Blackberry Thumb' Proves a Sour Fruit of Modern Labor (09-Sep-2006) Therapists offer preventive exercises for users of handheld digital devices

Lung Problems for 9/11 Rescuers More Widespread: Study (05-Sep-2006) 70% of responders reported pulmonary trouble and twice the rate of abnormalities as the general population

Health Tip: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (01-Sep-2006) An extremely painful or stressful event can trigger symptoms

Health Tip: Living With An Autistic Child (17-Aug-2006) Keep family stress to a minimum

Vietnam's Psychological Toll on Troops Revised Downward (17-Aug-2006) Close analysis shows 40 percent fewer cases of post-traumatic stress disorder

Stress Can Shrink and Age Your Brain (11-Aug-2006) Effects range from memory problems to cell damage linked to aging, studies say

Health Tip: Living With Irritable Bowel (04-Aug-2006) Controlling stress, healthy diet may help

Breast-Fed Babies Handle Stress Better Later in Life: Study (04-Aug-2006) Much less likely to be anxious than those who had been bottle-fed

Enron Founder's Death Linked to Heart Disease (06-Jul-2006) While stress contributed, Kenneth Lay also had coronary-artery disease, autopsy shows

Distress: The Sixth Vital Sign? (23-Jun-2006) Meeting the emotional needs of patients is mandatory, cancer expert says

Spray Away That Marital Stress, Researcher Suggests (20-Jun-2006) Nasal spray of oxytocin, the 'love hormone,' can cut aggression

Enlarged Heart Not Always a Sign of Trouble (02-Jun-2006) Type of stress determines how the heart reacts, researchers report

Collaborative Care Best for Alzheimer's (09-May-2006) Improvements noted in patients and their caregivers, study says

NYC Teens Drank More After 9/11 (27-Apr-2006) Nearly twice as likely to consume more alcohol, study finds

Hormone May Help Control Unwarranted Fears (28-Mar-2006) Cortisol interferes with retrieval of emotionally charged memories, study suggests

Running Alone May Offer Diminished Rewards (13-Mar-2006) Study with rats shows less benefit to the brain

Combat Stress Boosts Heart Disease Risk (03-Mar-2006) Cardiac dangers continue even decades later, study finds

Stress Can Trigger, Worsen Heart Attacks (27-Feb-2006) Blood pressure, heart activity took longer to return to normal, study finds

Anger Can Harm Your Health (31-Jan-2006) ER visits show injured men were more likely to be upset at the time they got hurt

Hard Times Better for Female Fetuses, Study Suggests (24-Jan-2006) Mothers-to-be may spontaneously abort more boys during hard times, researchers say

On-the-Job Stress Bad for the Heart (20-Jan-2006) British study links it to increase in risk factors for cardiovascular disease

Hormone Could Serve as an Antidepressant (19-Jan-2006) Leptin already seen as key to weight loss, researchers say

Health Tip: Don't Overschedule Your Kids (30-Dec-2005) Plan extracurricular activities in moderation

Health Tip: Less Parental Stress (29-Dec-2005) Schedule some 'down' time

Healthy Aging: The 40s -- Middle-Aged, Mega-Stressed (28-Dec-2005) Simple steps can help you cope with everyday anxiety

Cell Phones Are Disrupting Family Life (09-Dec-2005) Job-related calls are stressing out working couples, study finds

Women, It's Never Too Early to Protect Your Heart (06-Dec-2005) Stress, fluctuating hormone levels can cause problems long before menopause, study suggests

Marital Squabbles Can Harm Your Health (05-Dec-2005) Conflict-related stress damages wound-healing ability, study finds

Practice 'Safe Stress' Over the Holidays (27-Nov-2005) Reduce the emotional and physical tolls of the season

Path to the Truth May Lead to the Stomach (31-Oct-2005) Measuring GI activity might improve lie detection accuracy, prodigy's study suggests

Stress May Reduce Women's Risk of Breast Cancer (08-Sep-2005) It might limit production of estrogen, study suggests

Health Tip: A Compulsion to Work (20-Jul-2005) Hints that you may be a workaholic

Health Tip: Releasing Stress (07-Jul-2005) Some ways to unwind

Health Tip: Stressing Quiet Time (14-JUN-2005) How to rid your family of stress

Low-Level Jobs Increase Cardiac Risk (06-JUN-2005) Rapid heartbeat, less heart response found in British study

Meditation Study Shows Life Gains (02-MAY-2005) Researchers say long-term study found those who practice TM live longer

Virtual Reality May Help Troubled Vets (24-APR-2005) Simulations being tested as treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder

Happy People Make for Healthy People (19-APR-2005) Drop in stress hormone tied to reduced disease risk, study suggests

Health Tip: If You Grind Your Teeth (15-APR-2005) Suggestions that may help you stop

Refugees More Likely to Suffer PTSD (07-APR-2005) Those in Western nations were 10 times more susceptible than general population

Stressed Out and Sick About It (12-FEB-2005) How to keep chronic stress from undermining your health

Sometimes a Heart Attack Is Really a 'Broken Heart' (09-FEB-2005) Stress can temporarily stun main pumping chamber, study finds

Health Tip: Steps to Less Stress (08-FEB-2005) Learning to cope

Health Tip: Stress Can Make You Clumsy (27-JAN-2005) Why you may be a klutz

Forgive and Forget -- Stress, That Is (15-JAN-2005) Compassion is good for your health, research suggests

Deep Breathing Beats Stress (09-JAN-2005) Sitting in chair for just five minutes can calm you down, experts claim

Self-Hypnosis Calms Kids During Tough Procedures (03-JAN-2005) Relaxation helps them tolerate pain, researchers say

Money Problems Leading Cause of Holiday Stress (23-DEC-2004) Tips on coping with financial strains during gift-giving season

Witnesses to Abuse Suffer as Well (22-DEC-2004) They can feel stress comparable to victims, study finds

'Tis the Season to De-Stress (20-DEC-2004) Holidays can bring jangled nerves or jingle bells, experts say

Focus on the Fun During the Festivities (18-DEC-2004) Tips on how to reduce holiday angst

Chronic Stress May Raise Skin Cancer Risk (13-DEC-2004) Sped development of tumors in mice exposed to UV light

Anger Increases Stroke Risk, Study Claims (13-DEC-2004) But other experts find fault with the conclusion

Steps to Steer Clear of Colds and Flu (03-DEC-2004) Tips include lots of hand washing and plenty of rest

Staying Safe, Stress-Free For Thanksgiving (25-NOV-2004) Tips on eating right and easing anxieties

High Stress Levels Double Risk of Painful Periods (18-NOV-2004) Study confirms what doctors, women have long suspected

Triplets Strain Parental Bond (15-NOV-2004) Stress affects development of infants, researchers say

Heart Health Tied to Social, Psychological Factors (08-NOV-2004) Studies find several factors outside the body

Optimism Protects Against Death (01-NOV-2004) Those with sunny outlook less likely to die of heart disease and other causes

Health Tip: Handling Stress (27-OCT-2004) It's a silent killer

Stress a Double-Edged Sword (25-OCT-2004) Improves memory, but reduces ability to solve complex problems

Mental Distress on the Rise in the United States (21-OCT-2004) Strikes 1 in 10 adults at least 14 days a month

Soy Doesn't Affect Fertility (20-OCT-2004) Study with female monkeys found stress to be more of a factor

Study Finds New Road Hazard: Heart Attacks (20-OCT-2004) Finds that pollution, not stress, is the culprit

Stress, Aggression Bound Tightly Together (04-OCT-2004) One reinforces the other, explains uncontrolled rage, study says

Vietnam Vets' Death Rates Higher Just After Discharge (27-SEP-2004) But since then the rates have been similar to non-Vietnam veterans

Fatal Car Crashes Increase in Israel After Terror Attacks (21-SEP-2004) rs suggest

Parents Shouldn't Play Favorites (17-SEP-2004) Preferential treatment of certain children has negative effect on all kids, study says

High Blood Pressure Dulls Emotions (06-SEP-2004) Elevated levels smooth out highs and lows, study says

Stress of Task Strains Brain (02-SEP-2004) It may dampen estrogen's influence on cognition in women, study finds

A Troubling Return for Iraq Vets (11-AUG-2004) Wired and tired combatants often overwhelmed by stress of war

Stress Harms Ability to Fight Stress (03-AUG-2004) Boosts hormones that buffer against effects of pressure

Stressed Moms-to-Be May Bear Kids With Behavior Problems (16-JUL-2004) The vulnerable period during pregnancy is 12 to 22 weeks, study finds

Stress May Raise Endometrial Cancer Risk (13-JUL-2004) Animal study suggests that it doubles odds of disease

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