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Friday, October, 30, 2009

Health Psychologists And Coping With Stress

Health Encyclopedia: Stress And Anxiety

Alternative Names

Anxiety; Feeling uptight; Stress; Tension; Jitters; Apprehension


Home Care

The most effective solution is to find and address the source of your stress or anxiety. Unfortunately, this is not always possible. A first step is to take an inventory of what you think might be making you "stress out":

  • What do you worry about most?
  • Is something constantly on your mind?
  • Does anything in particular make you sad or depressed?

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Health Guide

Treating Anxiety through Exercise
...results in reducing anxiety symptoms according to an article, “The Influence of Exercise on Mental Health,” by Dr. Daniel M. Landers of Arizona State University. Further, aerobic exercise... Read more »
Frequently Asked Questions
...burdens or help with specific issues throughout the course of the disease.A physician may help with health care needs, including management of behavioral symptoms. Select a professional who is... Read more »
Adjusting to Being a Cancer Caregiver
...they weren't able to say to their loved ones. See "Talking with Family and Friends" for more tips. Coping with Your Feelings"It's emotionally exhausting, and I never know what to expect. One... Read more »
Stress: Treatment
...difference." The process of learning to control stress is life-long, and will not only contribute to better health, but a greater ability to succeed in one's own agenda.When to Seek Professional... Read more »
Stress: Complications
...may be more heart-protective. In one study, men were more apt than women to use alcohol or eat less healthily in response to stress than women, which might account for their higher heart risks... Read more »

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