Stress & Anxiety

EMOTIONS AND RECALL

Jan 24, 2025 · · Stress & Anxiety
Q: I’ve read that the emotions you’re experiencing in the moment can affect how a memory is stored. But can your emotions also affect how you recall a memory? A: Memory and emotion are keenly inter­twined, and not always to the benefit of accurate memory formation and recall. Stress, for … Read More

Home Alone

Jan 24, 2025 · · Stress & Anxiety
One of this month’s Newsbriefs points to a link between dementia risk and loneliness. It’s not the first study to find a connection, but it’s important to note that an association does not prove cause and effect—you shouldn’t panic that feeling lonely means you are destined to develop dementia. However, … Read More

Sleep Struggles

Dec 18, 2024 · · Stress & Anxiety
Q: Why is sleep such as struggle when we get older? A: Getting a good night’s sleep can become more difficult due to various physical, psychological, and lifestyle factors. One key reason is that the body’s natural circadian rhythm—the internal clock that regulates sleep-wake cycles—tends to shift with age. This shift … Read More
Person experiencing anxiety in a crowd

ANXIETY SYMPTOMS

Dec 18, 2024 · · Stress & Anxiety
Q: Are there other symptoms of anxiety beyond excessive worry? Even if I’m not consciously worrying about something, I still sometimes feel like something is wrong. A: Anxiety can manifest in many ways that affect mood and your physical well-being. Some common symptoms of anxiety include restlessness and irritability—often without … Read More

Ask the EN Experts January 2025

Dec 18, 2024 · · Stress & Anxiety
Need a goal for 2025? Focus on ways to improve or support your own self-esteem and self-worth. Feeling good about yourself is essential for overall health and well-being. When you maintain a positive self-image, it can boost your mental health, reduce stress, and improve your physical health. Confidence and self-esteem … Read More

Best anti-germ soap

Nov 25, 2024 · · Stress & Anxiety
Q: I have many guests coming over during this holiday season. Should I be using an antibacterial soap in order to cut down on germ spreading? A: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) states that over-the-counter antibacterial soaps are not more effective at preventing illness than plain soap and … Read More

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