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How to Boost Resilience Later in Life

Jun 20, 2022 · UHN Staff · Stress & Anxiety

Think about people you know or have read about who endured one challenge or setback after another but continued to thrive and maintain a hopeful outlook. Think about your own life and how you responded to adversity. It seems as though some people are just wired to be resilient and … Read More

News Briefs: July 2022

Jun 20, 2022 · UHN Staff · Stress & Anxiety

Living in Areas with More Green Space May Boost Thinking Skills and Mood [caption id="attachment_141590" align="alignleft" width="270"] © northlightimages | Getty Images[/caption] Regular exposure to nature, such as parks, forests, and other areas rich in green foliage, may help improve cognition and reduce depression, according to a study published recently … Read More

Ask the Doctor: June 2022

May 20, 2022 · Maurizio Fava, MD · Stress & Anxiety

APHASIA... ANXIETY VS. ANXIETY DISORDER... CAFFEINE AND MEMORY Q: My brother was diagnosed with aphasia around the same time it was announced that actor Bruce Willis had the same diagnosis. My brother has trouble speaking, but he emails and his memory seems intact. Will that change soon? A: Aphasia is an … Read More

What You Can Do to Reduce Stress

Apr 20, 2022 · Orli R. Etingin, M.D. · Stress & Anxiety

Stress is an inevitable part of our lives. For some people, it can be extreme, causing physical symptoms like insomnia, palpitations, agitation, muscle spasms, and pain. It can also cause cognitive effects, such as diminished concentration and memory. When we are stressed, the sympathetic nervous system (fight-or-flight mechanism) kicks in, … Read More

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Can Help You Manage Challenges

Apr 20, 2022 · Dawn Bialy · Stress & Anxiety

We all face challenging problems and situations at times in our lives, and many of us lack the coping skills needed to help us through these times. Psychotherapy, which is also commonly referred to as “talk therapy,” “therapy,” or “counseling,” is a form of treatment that focuses on helping people … Read More

Ask The Doctor: May 2022

Apr 20, 2022 · JonathanWanagat · Stress & Anxiety

Do you have any suggestions for calming anxiety that don’t involve medications? I already take medications for high blood pressure and don’t want to take more pills. Anxiety disorders are commonly treated with cognitive behavioral therapy and sometimes medications as well. But there are studies that suggest that anxiety symptoms … Read More

MGH Studies Explore the Brain-Related Impacts of COVID-19 and Pandemic Stressors

Apr 20, 2022 · UHN Staff · Stress & Anxiety

While considerable medical research is focusing on ways to prevent the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus and treat individuals who become infected, there is still much to learn about the long-term recovery from the illness. Likewise, we are just beginning to understand the psychological toll of the pandemic on people … Read More

What Is Mindfulness and How Does It Improve Attention and Reduce Stress?

Mar 23, 2022 · UHN Staff · Stress & Anxiety

Without really thinking about it, you are probably quite mindful in certain situations. You pay attention to the weather when heading out for the day. You listen intently to your doctor’s instructions about a new medication. You double-check your work when paying the bills. You savor a tasty meal. And … Read More

Clearing Clutter Can Benefit Your Mental Health

Feb 18, 2022 · Dawn Bialy · Stress & Anxiety

Do you have more possessions than storage space? Is your basement or attic filled with items you haven’t used in years or even decades? Do you feel stressed or anxious when you think about getting rid of belongings? If so, you probably have some clutter in your home, and it … Read More

Spotlight on Supplements: Adaptogens

Feb 18, 2022 · Denise Webb · Stress & Anxiety

Adaptogens are substances (usually herbs) that may help your body adapt to changing needs by restoring normal physiological functioning and reducing stress and fatigue. [caption id="attachment_140488" align="alignleft" width="300"] Talk with your doctor before taking adaptogen supplements. © marilyna | Getty Images[/caption] There are at least 70 herbal plants identified in … Read More

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