What is cortisol, and how is it related to stress? Cortisol is often called the "stress hormone" and is released by the adrenal glands -- part of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, a bodily ...

When it comes to preventative health recommendations, few are more common than admonitions to get one's stress levels down. Such recommendations make sense considering that experiencing too much ...

Finding it hard to channel your inner zen when you experience stress? Us too. And that’s a problem, since chronic stress can raise the risk of health problems such as heart disease and high blood ...

A new report from the Gallup National Health and Well-Being Index reveals that women experience a more dramatic ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Tracy Brower writes about joy, community and the future of work. You know mindfulness has significant benefits, but new ...

The Mediterranean diet may improve mood and lower stress levels, a new study finds. Researchers found that the Mediterranean diet was associated with lower levels of perceived stress compared to a ...

At this point in the semester, ensuring your well-being is vital for your success as a student at UC Berkeley. As finals approach, it can be harder to make time or find the motivation to practice ...

To manage stress, seek mental health support, whether that’s from family and friends, or a therapist, says Dr. Naidu. Additionally, he suggests trying meditation, breathing exercises, and yoga, which ...

Life today rarely gives us a break from noise. The constant notification sound from phones, endless conversations, and the ...

IF the festivities have left you frazzled, a rendition of Silent Night could be the perfect antidote. Attending a carol service can help induce calm, researchers say. And ...

Cortisol was discovered in the mid-20th century, but in the last year or so, this naturally occurring hormone has entered the limelight of social media. You can find videos on TikTok discussing ...