Parents are more likely than non-parents to experience severe and prolonged stress compared with non-parents, a new report by the United States surgeon general said. Experts say the report aligns with mental health indicators in Canada, and there are key changes that can help. The report by U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy said that … Read more
PHILADELPHIA — A pack of four-legged therapists got a break of their own on Monday when they were honored at the airport where they dutifully work to ease stress and calm travelers. The event at Philadelphia International Airport marked five years since the 23 members of the Wagging Tails Brigade began greeting people and serving … Read more
LAGOS, Nigeria — How do you deal with stress? In Lagos, Nigeria’s largest city, people are finding their reset button in a “rage room” where they pay to smash electronics and furniture with a sledgehammer as a break from the worst cost-of-living crisis in a generation. The Shadow Rage Room, apparently the first of its … Read more
On a hot summer day in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, dozens of men removed pipes, asbestos and hazardous waste while working to decontaminate a nuclear facility and prepare it for demolition. Dressed in head-to-toe coveralls and fitted with respirators, the crew members toiling in a building without power had no obvious respite from the heat. Instead, … Read more
A woman claims she was misdiagnosed with stress despite suffering from a rare condition – now she’s fighting for change. When people talk about their ’20s it’s as if life really starts here. Whether you’re travelling the world, progressing in a career or hunting for ‘The One’ – it can feel as though you’re finally … Read more
Are you spending more time in the bathroom than you’d like? Loads of TikTok posts show you’re not alone. Young people, especially women, are increasingly talking on social media about gastrointestinal distress, such as irritable bowel syndrome or chronic bloating. Some experts say that’s mostly a good thing, because it may help others seek help … Read more
In 2023, Rowena Hennigan came to a difficult but necessary conclusion — she needed an extended break from work. Hennigan was dealing with disrupted sleep, anxiety, brain fog — all normal symptoms of menopause – but it was wreaking havoc on her work and her mental health. She said she tried exercise, a new diet, … Read more
When you accomplish something amazing ― like earning a promotion, finishing a passion project or finally paying off your credit card ― you’d think a burst of happiness would be followed by relief. Maybe even a dash of relaxation. Right? Or take these recent days following the announcement of Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign. … Read more
If you suffer from stress and anixety, a doctor is recommending you try drinking a cup of ‘healing’ herbal tea to alliviate your symptoms in just a few days. Dr Eric Berg DC says if you do this, you should notice a different after two weeks. Dr Berg is a chiropractor and specialises in healthy … Read more
It’s a common experience: You’re feeling stressed out about work, family issues, relationships or something else. Then to add insult to injury, a giant pimple appears. Anyone who’s been there knows that the link between the skin and stress is undeniable. But what exactly is going on with the skin — the body’s largest organ … Read more
