Stress

The brain uses a fundamentally different circuit for paying attention to the internal world, and this could have important implications for stress and mental illness.

New research shows that the antidepressant reduces fear in adult mice by increasing brain plasticity

City dwellers may handle pressure differently from those who live in less populated areas

In the wake of the meltdown at Fukushima Daiichi, the IAEA urged a critical review of nuclear safety systems

Supplies of the staple food grain are tight--and may get tighter

A life of tension may hasten the onset of Alzheimer's

Research from wild baboons provides insight into perhaps the best way to combat daily, psychological stress. During this holiday season it might bring some comfort. Christie Nicholson reports

Mice raised in a challenging environment had more robust immune responses and hormonal changes, factors that may help protect against cancer

Study casts new light on the brain mechanisms behind recurrent bouts of intense anxiety

New batteries might help lure the American masses to the electric car

A new study suggests that stress boosts women's awareness of facial expressions and emotions—but has an antisocial influence in men

A new study shows stress hormones make it easier for malignant tumors to grow and spread