#stress

Discovering you have certain genes that predispose you to life-changing conditions—such as diabetes, dementia, or cancer—can make you feel like you have no control over your future health. But what...

This article has been medically reviewed by Nisha Chellam, MD . It contains additional reporting by Angela Myers . If you suffer from chronic digestive issues such as bloating , pain, constipati...

This article was medically reviewed by Nisha Chellam, MD . It contains additional reporting by Angela Myers . Did you know you actually have a chill-out button in your back pocket? It’s called th...

Stress gets a bad rap for good reason. Read on for a list of 7 stress-management techniques you can use to calm your mind and improve your health. Not only can stress lead to unhappiness and anxie...

Your hormones might not be something you can readily see, but you can definitely feel when they’re amiss. Hormones refer to the chemical messengers in your body that affect everything from your...

Your body is no stranger to stress—between our already fast-paced modern lifestyles and a pandemic, it can be hard to escape. Stress may seem like something that’s in your head, but don’t underestim...

From work deadlines to unexpected expenses to endless to-do lists, stress is an inevitable part of life. And when you add pregnancy to the mix, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Particularly if this i...

After almost a year of chaos, with a lot of uncertainty still to come, it can be hard to look ahead and feel anything but worry (or even straight-up pessimism). A divisive election, a pandemic, soci...

If you’ve noticed jaw tightness, are struggling through grueling TMJ (temporomandibular joint) pain, or find yourself massaging your jaw frequently, you may be grinding your teeth without even reali...

You had an argument with your partner, you’re attempting to focus on your third Zoom call in a row, and your back pain is acting up. Sound familiar? If you experience stress, you’re not alone. Accor...