“Hangry” has become such common vocabulary that most people know exactly what it means: that irritable, snappish state when you need food. Recently, people have suggested extending the ...

For years, when I told people I studied stress and trauma, I often received the same surprised reaction: “That must be so intense.” Sometimes followed by, “Do you work in crisis zones?” But while ...

A new study by UCLA Health identified a specific type of brain cell and a tiny structure on its surface that may help explain ...

A new study led by researchers at UF Health has uncovered why males and females may experience stress differently, providing crucial insights into how the brain's molecular mechanisms adapt to acute ...

Researchers found that mice later classified as resilient showed stronger coordination between neuronal OFF-periods and ...

The body's cells respond to stress -- toxins, mutations, starvation or other assaults -- by pausing normal functions to focus on conserving energy, repairing damaged components and boosting defenses.

Feeling constantly overwhelmed, even after the stressor is gone? You might be skipping a crucial step that your body needs to recover. Psychologist Megan Call, PhD, explains the three stages of the ...

These research-backed habits may help you calm down and reset your day.