Pressure is no longer the exception in modern life, it is the baseline. Yet some people manage to stay upbeat and effective when the stakes spike, not because they are naturally calmer, but because ...

Dealing with stress isn't just about managing negative emotions. Recent research suggests that savoring positive moments is just as critical. Here's why.

Breathing is one of the simplest and most powerful tools for managing stress. Slow, deep breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system—the body's "rest and digest" mode—which counteracts the ...

Psychologists have worked with clients for decades in an attempt to help overly anxious people learn to calm down. It was believed that to reduce stress, the body’s “relaxation response” had to kick ...

High levels of stress can hinder concentration, lead to anxiety, and negatively affect memory and problem-solving skills.