It’s just in your head.” When work deadlines pile up, financial worries linger or an unexpected public speaking obligation ...

Allostatic load refers to the cumulative effects of stress on the body over time. The concept comes from a scientific theory on how stress affects physical health. According to the theory, high or ...

Stress is a natural process that can be beneficial in some instances, but highly detrimental in others. The biological ‘fight or flight’ response evolved millions of years ago to protect early humans ...

A closer look at what happens in the body when stress builds up faster than it can be recovered from, and why that matters for your health. Your nervous system is constantly working behind the scenes ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — In today's fast-paced world, stress is an omnipresent challenge. However, how we respond to stress can make a big difference. Dr. David Rzeszutko offers an unexpected perspective ...

I once asked a Navy fighter pilot whether he felt stressed when he was landing his little airplane in the middle of the night, in the middle of a storm, onto a tiny aircraft carrier tossing around in ...

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