People make riskier choices when stressed, and here's why
When people are stressed, they make riskier decisions.
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Behavior and Behavior Mechanisms: News and Research on Stress, Psychological
MeSH tree: F01.145.126.990
Sexual minority youth of Latin American descent require tailored alcohol interventions, study suggests
"Latinx" is a gender-neutral term used instead of "Latino" and "Latina" that refers to individuals of Latin American descent. Latinx and sexual minority youth (SMY) report higher rates of alcohol use than white and heterosexual ...
Jun 25, 2025
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Just press play: Study shows virtual dog therapy can improve mental well-being
While it's well known that spending time with dogs can ease stress, new research shows that watching a short video of a dog can have a similar comforting effect.
Jun 25, 2025
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Q&A: Researcher discusses how buying primary care on the free market adds to doctor shortages
Burned-out primary care physicians are increasingly seeking safe haven in concierge care and other free-market models of practice. This has resulted in an exodus from traditional primary care practices and exacerbated an ...
Jun 24, 2025
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Experiencing awe may help people with long COVID feel better mentally
Most of us know what it feels like to be in awe—whether it's watching a sunset, holding your baby for the first time, or experiencing a powerful spiritual moment. Awe is that feeling of wonder or amazement when something ...
Jun 23, 2025
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Improving the well-being of health care workers
Helping certified nursing assistants advance their careers could fight burnout, high turnover
Jun 16, 2025
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Out-of-body experiences linked to trauma response and stress coping mechanisms
Out-of-body experiences—where people feel like spirits disconnected from their physical form—may be a coping mechanism triggered by trauma or other overwhelming stress, new University of Virginia School of Medicine research ...
Jun 12, 2025
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Surveys in patient records portal can help screen young cancer patients for financial toxicity
Adolescents and young adults (AYAs) with cancer face numerous challenges, including financial toxicity due to the high cost of medical care. This encompasses not only the impact of direct, out-of-pocket expenses for cancer ...
Jun 10, 2025
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How to protect yourself from narcissists' weapon of choice—passive aggression
Imagine asking a coworker to help you on a project, and although they agree, they suddenly "forget" whenever the deadline approaches. Or a friend saying "you look beautiful today, I barely recognized you," after you show ...
Jun 8, 2025
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Feeling work stress? Your dog might be feeling it too
Stress from work doesn't always stay at the office—and it may be affecting more than just your mood.
Jun 1, 2025
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