Finding Calm: Practical Tips to Manage Anxiety and Stress

LIVING in a constant state of dread and grinding our teeth down to stumps has become a modern-day curse for many of us. A survey by the Mental Health Foundation claims anxiety is at an all-time high, with its survey revealing nearly three-quarters of people polled felt on edge at some point in the previous…

The health risks of chronic stress and how to overcome it

The stronger our psychological resilience, the more likely we will live longer and healthier Stress is not always a bad thing. Moderate or acute stress may improve brain performance and memory, increase alertness, strengthen our immunity, and help us become more resilient. When stress reaches unmanageable levels, though, it puts physical and emotional well-being at…

Videoconferencing reported to reduce stress among hospitalized children

Frequently, hospitalized patients appreciate visits from friends and relatives; in addition, children may be particularly distressed by the hospital environment and disconnection between loved ones. However, not uncommonly, a visitor will arrive when the patient is off having a procedure, the patient may have limited access for reasons such as isolation policies, or a person…