Stress

Scientists have identified the neurons that worsen the condition during stress

People who help sick, aging loved ones are at risk for physical illness themselves. There may be ways to improve their resilience

Separate brain processes cope with moment-to-moment versus big-picture experiences, which helps to explain how parenting both increases and decreases aspects of well-being

Brain imaging is illuminating the patterns linked to productive, positive dialogue, and those insights could help people connect with others

The start of the workweek can be a biologically measurable stressor, with consequences for long-term health that can stretch into retirement

A community science project finds that modest reminders to find joy in the day can have benefits that are on par with those of more ambitious well-being interventions

Better assessment of stress and tailored approaches to combat it could give clinicians the tools they need to fend off lasting damage to health

Often framed as a boon for personal wellness, meditation helps us connect with and support others, too

Parents often struggle with the news that their child has a major health issue. Learning how to manage new routines and expectations is key to everyone’s happiness

Life as an “innie” in the show Severance would likely involve severe trauma and mental stress, psychological research suggests

An explanation of the science behind news fatigue, plus expert advice to take control and protect your well-being while staying engaged

Recurring dreams may feature taking a test the dreamer didn’t study for, having to make a speech or being attacked. Here’s why our sleeping brain comes back to these unpleasant dreams again and again