Psychology & Psychiatry

When we test, do we stress?

A new study shows that when we test older adults in a medical or research setting, it produces a stress response that reduces their memory.

Immunology

Strides made in diagnosing, treating lupus

(HealthDay) -- Sometimes it takes years for people to get diagnosed with lupus. That wasn't the case for Marisa Zeppieri-Caruana, who had so many of the classic systemic lupus erythematosus symptoms -- such as a butterfly-shaped ...

Psychology & Psychiatry

Stress-busting tips

(HealthDay)—Lying around your home watching TV isn't always the best way to unwind. Police dramas, the news—even sports programming—can be stress-inducing. Plus, it's a passive activity, and mildly addictive, and nowhere ...

Health

How to get the most out of napping

While closing your eyes for a few minutes during your busy day may seem like a good idea, it's important to consider the effects napping may bring.

Health

Get a jump on daylight saving time

Many people will go to work on less sleep than normal Monday because they will have trouble adjusting to Daylight Saving Time.

Psychology & Psychiatry

Easing holiday grief when loved ones are gone

(HealthDay)—The holiday season can be a difficult time when someone you love has died, but there are ways to deal with your grief during this time of year, an expert says.

Health

Earlier bedtimes help kids fight obesity

(HealthDay)—With childhood obesity rates high, many studies have investigated lifestyle factors that can make a difference—which ones increase the risk and which ones reduce it.

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