New longitudinal research reveals that severe stress caused by changes in family structure like divorce or separation experienced during the first year of life may triple the risk of developing psoriasis later in life.
Oct 21, 2025
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Long-term stress levels, measured through hair samples, may provide important clues about mental health risks in children with chronic physical illness (CPI), according to new research from the University of Waterloo.
Sep 15, 2025
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If you've been unfortunate enough to scroll through TikTok lately, the algorithm may have convinced you that cortisol, your body's main stress hormone, is ruining your life.
Apr 28, 2025
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Across social media platforms, the hashtag "#cortisolface" has gained traction, with many users claiming that facial swelling and puffiness are due to elevated cortisol levels. Influencers often start their videos with statements ...
Sep 4, 2024
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The stress hormone cortisol appears to play a role in tough-to-treat type 2 diabetes, a new study finds.
Jun 26, 2024
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A study of more than 250 persons undergoing surgical therapy for Cushing's disease (CD) or nonfunctioning pituitary adenomas (NFPAs) found that patients who achieved remission of CD were more likely than those with surgically ...
Feb 19, 2024
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Acute spinal cord injury (SCI) patients lose body weight and muscle mass, despite being on a high-calorie diet while in the intensive care unit. Their muscle wasting is substantial and extends beyond what can explained by ...
Dec 20, 2023
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