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Study documents the importance of supportive spouses in coping with work-related stress

The growth of two-income families and increasing levels of job stress are two of the most significant work trends affecting American businesses and families in recent years. Having just one stressed-out spouse can harm couple's ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Feb 16, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Same factors influence depression in stroke patients, spouse caregivers

Self-esteem, optimism and perceived control influence depression in stroke survivors and their spouse caregivers—who should be treated together, according to research presented at the American Stroke Association's International ...

Cardiology created Feb 06, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

I will if you will: What motivates spouses to get fit, manage illness

(Medical Xpress)—Before spouses take their first step toward fitness, their partner's interest or willingness to participate can sway them, says a Purdue University family studies expert.

Health created Feb 05, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Spouses of people suffering a heart attack need care for increased risk of depression and suicide

Spouses of people who suffer a sudden heart attack (an acute myocardial infarction) have an increased risk of depression, anxiety, or suicide after the event, even if their partner survives, according to new research published ...

Cardiology created Aug 21, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Spouses of severe-sepsis patients at high risk of depression, study shows

Severe sepsis, a body's dangerous defensive response against an infection, not only diminishes the quality of life for patients – it puts their spouses at a greater risk of depression, a joint University of Michigan ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Jul 18, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Neck injuries linked to high costs for patients and spouses

Patients with neck injuries incur increased health and social costs—which also affect their spouses and may begin years before the initial injury, reports a study in the March 1 issue of Spine.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Mar 11, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Spouses of breast cancer survivors hold on to hope

(Edmonton) Male partners of breast cancer patients are likely to take a pass on spousal support groups in favour of exercise or an evening out with friends to cope with stresses associated with the disease, according to new ...

Cancer created Aug 01, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0