Money can be a major stressor—whether it’s budgeting or managing debt. Even with a strong economy, Forbes reports that around 71% of Americans (roughly 178 million) are struggling with their finances. This type of stress can negatively impact a person’s life in a number of ways, be it in personal…
If you struggle with stress, it’s important to find ways to cope so you have healthy strategies to help you deal with whatever comes your way. The good news is that there are several different resources for stress and several different ways to deal with it. Exercise, counseling, and just…
Anemia can be caused by a variety of factors — including stress. Stress can have a huge impact on both our mental and physical health, and sometimes, chronic stress can manifest in the form of anemia. Through effective stress management and medical treatment such as iron supplements, stress-caused anemia can…
The holiday season is in full swing, and though it’s a time meant to be full of celebration, togetherness, and fulfillment, many people experience anything but. Whether it’s work stress, family tension, loneliness, or any number of other stressors, there’s often a lot on people’s minds, which can prevent one…
The holiday season is a time to make merry, reconnect with family and friends, and find something to be grateful for. But if you’re feeling like the holidays actually stress you out more than other parts of the year, you aren’t alone. With tight budgets that flex to handle dinners,…
Stress is a daily part of life, for better or for worse. We all face challenges in our daily lives from figuring out how we get to our favorite coffee shop to completing daily tasks and maintaining our home. How we manage our stress levels can impact our relationships, the…
Stress is inevitable, and can even occur without your knowledge. It can come from work, home life, or just about anywhere, and the more it builds up, the less you feel like you are in control. That’s why it’s important to establish regular stress management techniques in your routine. Without…
When it comes to being a parent, many may feel the expectation to be bullet-proof, tireless, and a fearless leader of their household. But the reality is that parents are human—and will struggle like anyone else. And if pushed beyond their limits, parental burnout can occur. Parental burnout is a…
Receiving an education is an important step in the lives of many — it can be both useful and rewarding. However, school is often a cause of stress and anxiety for a large number of students. While it can seem overwhelming, with the right techniques, the stress caused by school…
Stress can do many different things to a person, from causing their mind to become forgetful and unfocused to nausea and stomach pain. But did you know it can also, in rarer cases, cause vertigo? Stress has strong effects on our minds and bodies, and without proper stress management, it…
Whether it’s because of work, school, big changes, or other life issues, stress can be hard to shake—especially if you don’t really know it’s there. Stress is pervasive, and can build slowly from a small kernel to a huge weight on your shoulders. If you don’t regularly employ stress management…
Everyone knows what stress feels like—but understanding all of the potential effects and triggers can be difficult. That’s why we’ve laid out some of the most important facts about stress, plain and simple. Take a closer look at what stress really is, from its biological basis to the most common…
