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Women
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Struggling to Lose Weight in Midlife?

Chronic stress can hinder weight loss by keeping the body in survival mode.
Elevated cortisol disrupts metabolism and contributes to weight gain, especially during menopause.
Mental health
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Want to lower your dementia risk? Start by stressing less

Chronic psychological stress influences cognitive aging and dementia risk, with higher prevalence among women and marginalized groups.
Pets
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Scientific Proof That Pets Can Make You Happy

Owning a pet significantly increases life satisfaction.
The monetary value of pet ownership's happiness effect is approximately $93,000.
Mental health
fromHarvard Gazette
4 months ago

You went to the doctor and came out feeling worse - Harvard Gazette

Medical gaslighting often stems from doctors' pressures, leading to patient feelings of dismissal regarding hard-to-detect conditions.
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