No matter what form it takes, regular physical activity—even a brisk walk— can reduce stress. The AHA recommends getting at least 150 minutes per week of moderate aerobic exercise and 75 minutes of ...

Long periods of being alone can affect how people feel, think, and connect with others. Many people who experience social isolation report sadness, anxiety, and difficulty forming relationships ...

A Dartmouth study challenges the conventional view that the amygdala—the two-sided structure deep in the brain involved in emotion, learning, and decision making—is simply the brain's primitive "fear ...

As we work on overcoming what scares us, a new plasticity becomes available in our brain, and fear strikes out.

Introduction Burnout among healthcare professionals remains a critical public health issue linked to impaired cognition, emotional exhaustion and diminished clinical performance. Structured breathing ...