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Inborn Stress Response Triggered By Carbon Dioxide
PLoS ONE publishes a study showing that inhalation of carbon dioxide (CO2) triggers emotional distress and a panic response in healthy individuals. The findings of the study posit panic as an inborn survival-oriented response. The results may be relevant for a better understanding and the further prevention of emotional disorders.It has been known for years that small amounts of carbon dioxide provoke a panic reaction in certain anxiety-prone individuals. [click link for full article] (Read More)

Giving Emergency Nurses Aromatherapy Massages With Music Dramatically Reduced Stress Levels
Nurses working in an accident and emergency department reported that their anxiety levels fell dramatically when they were given aromatherapy massages while listening to music, according to research in the September issue of the UK-based Journal of Clinical Nursing. Two 12-week alternative therapy sessions were provided over the course of a year. 86 nurses participated in the study, with 39 taking part in both the summer and winter sessions. [click link for full article] (Read More)

Exploring The Relationship Between Alzheimer's, High Stress, Genetic Risk Factor And Increased Memory Decline
High stress levels may contribute to memory loss among people at risk for developing Alzheimer's disease. The a4 variant of the apolipoprotein E (APOE) gene contributes to the risk for memory loss related to Alzheimer's disease. Similarly, high circulating levels of cortisol, associated with high stress levels, also impairs memory. [click link for full article] (Read More)

Manage Long-Term Stress To Avoid Ill Health Effects
When stress never seems to go away, health can suffer. Not all stress is bad. The stress response — also known as the fight-or-flight response — occurs automatically and rapidly when a person feels threatened. The physical response may include increased strength and agility, quicker reaction times and increased heart rate and blood pressure. (Read More)

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