Tag: Stress
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Self-Esteem & Sleep: Need For Perfection, Negative Thoughts Keep Teens Awake At Night
The years between 12 and 20 are a period of self-discovery and self-doubt for the average teen. It’s hard not to compare oneself to others in high school, especially in today’s day and age of Instagram and selfies. Now, a new study conducted at Flinders University finds that teenagers experience insomnia most often due to…
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Stress Today, Dementia Tomorrow? Study Finds Middle-Aged Women Most at Risk
Research shows today’s stressors can impact future brain functioning, especially for women. It is this gender difference that was the subject of a recent study conducted by researchers at Johns Hopkins University.
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Worried Much? Using A Mindfulness Training App Could Help Quiet Your Fears
If you’re feeling extra jittery lately, your smartphone may be able to bring you some relief. A study by researchers in Denmark found that daily use of a mindfulness training app makes it easier for people to reduce their body’s fear reactions.
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Planning to avoid temptations helps in goal pursuit — Ending Bad Habits
People who make plans to avoid or handle temptations may be more likely to achieve goals, such as academic and weight loss goals, according to new research by University of Wyoming psychologists.
