STRESS CAN LEAD TO RISKY DECISIONS
Researchers report chronic stress can influence how we make decisions. In a new study, mice who were affected by chronic stress were more likely to make more risky decisions with higher payoff options than those who were less stressed.… READ MORE…
HARMFUL EFFECTS OF STRESS ON THE BRAIN AND PROMISING APPROACHES FOR RELIEF
Researchers present new findings about how stress takes a toll on the whole body.… READ MORE…
MYSTERIOUS DNA MODIFICATION SEEN IN STRESS RESPONSE
When under stress, adenine methylation increases up to four times, a new Emory study reports.… READ MORE…
MIGRAINES MAY BE BRAIN’S WAY OF DEALING WITH OXIDATIVE STRESS
Migraine triggers can increase oxidative stress, a new study reports. Targeting oxidative stress may help to prevent migraines.… READ MORE…
STRESS MAY BE JUST AS UNHEALTHY AS JUNK FOOD TO DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
Stress causes gut microbiota composition to shift as though a female mouse is on a high fat diet, researchers report.… READ MORE…
STRESS HAS DRAMATICALLY DIFFERENT EFFECTS ON MALE AND FEMALE BRAINS: MOUSE STUDY
Researchers from Rockefeller University have identified what they claim to be ‘remarkable’ differences between the way the male and female brains respond to stress. … READ MORE…
LESS STRESS, MORE SOCIAL COMPETENCE
Mindfulness and meditation can affect brain plasticity, resulting in the ability for adults to acquire new social skills, researchers report.… READ MORE…
MENTAL TRAINING CHANGES BRAIN STRUCTURE AND REDUCES SOCIAL STRESS
Using three different training models, researchers report mental training, mindfulness and meditation can induce structural brain plasticity and reduce social stress. … READ MORE…
STRESS DIMINISHES OUR CAPACITY TO SENSE NEW DANGERS
NYU researchers report stress can lead to a diminished ability to predict new dangers.… READ MORE…
EXPRESSIVE WRITING COOLS BRAIN ON STRESSFUL TASKS FOR WORRIERS
Using EEG to measure brain activity, Michigan State University researchers discover expressive writing can help those who worry excessively to calm their fears before entering into a stressful task.…READ MORE…
LOOKING STRESSED CAN HELP KEEP THE PEACE
Scratching when stressed may have evolved as a communication tool to help reduce aggression and lessen conflict with others, a new study reports. … READ MORE…
CAN’T SLEEP DUE TO STRESS? HERE’S THE CURE
According to researchers, octacosanol, an active compound found in sugarcane can help reduce stress and allow people to achieve a sound sleep. … READ MORE…
