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The news can be full of stories about unexpected or bad things. Seeing these things on TV or even experiencing them first hand can cause you to feel uncertain, worried, or scared. Here are some tip... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

An effective support group helps recovery through mutual support and provides updated information about causes and treatment, eliminating some of the myths about anxiety disorders. This page lists sup... Details >

Anxiety and Depression Association of America  

Also available in: Spanish 

Are you caring for an older or disabled relative or friend? Find answers to questions about coping with the daily stress associated with being a caregiver.... Details >

Office on Women's Health

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Injuring yourself on purpose by making scratches or cuts on your body with a sharp object is called cutting. When emotions don't get expressed in a healthy way, tension can build up. Cutting may be an... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

Healthy habits can protect you from the harmful effects of stress. This article provides 10 positive healthy habits you may want to develop, including getting enough sleep, having daily physical activ... Details >

American Heart Association  

This guide provides advice on how to deal with the effects financial difficulties can have on your physical and mental health. Learn about specific programs and services available for financial hards... Details >

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Data Archive  

Teenagers, like adults, may experience stress everyday and can benefit from learning stress management skills. Teens that develop a "relaxation response” and other stress management skills feel less ... Details >

American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry  

This information sheet discusses ways to respond to stress that help protect your health.... Details >

American Heart Association  

This document provides a basic yoga sequence that can be done at home.The benefits of yoga include improvements in heart/lung function, muscle strength and flexibility, and a reduction in physical and... Details >

Women's Heart Foundation  

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a digestive disorder that causes abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation--or some combination of these problems. IBS affects people of all ages, inc... Details >

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health

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Stress happens when you are worried or uncomfortable about something. You may feel angry, frustrated, scared, or afraid. This article will help kids manage stress. ... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

Kids can click through these 8 questions to get a presonal stress profile.... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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Your body responds to the way you think, feel and act. This is often called the “mind/body connection.” When you are stressed, anxious or upset, your body tries to tell you that something isn’t right.... Details >

American Academy of Family Physicians  

If constant stress has you feeling physically, mentally, and emotionally exhausted, you may be suffering from burnout. Burnout reduces your productivity and saps your energy. This fact sheet discusses... Details >

Helpguide  

The increased stress associated with disruptions in families; challenges in meeting daily needs such as food, water, and shelter; as well as disruptions in law enforcement services can increase the po... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

The body’s natural relaxation response is a powerful antidote to stress. Relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, visualization, progressive muscle relaxation, meditation, and yoga can help you a... Details >

Helpguide  

Switch off the media. Clear the clutter. Stop multitasking. Explore these, and other ideas, in order to simplify your life and reduce stress.... Details >

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research  

Stress is part of life, so a key part of quitting smoking for many people is finding ways to handle stress and take care of themselves without smoking. Here are some tips.... Details >

National Cancer Institute

In this difficult economy, you may find it harder than ever to cope with challenges on the job. There are a variety of steps you can take to reduce both your overall stress levels and the stress you f... Details >

Helpguide  

How stressed are you? Use this tool to find out.... Details >

University of Maryland Medical Center  

This document presents six strategies for reducing, preventing and coping with stress. Tips regarding healthy ways to relax and recharge are provided as well.... Details >

Helpguide  

Also available in: Spanish   

It can feel overwhelming to take care of a loved one with dementia, but neglecting your own well-being can be harmful to both of you. Find a stress checklist here, along with suggested tips on how to ... Details >

Alzheimer's Association  

It can be hard to know when you're suffering from an unhealthy level of stress. Take this test to determine if stress may be putting your health at risk. Learn what you can do to feel stronger.... Details >

Mental Health America  

Also available in: Spanish   

Everyone experiences stress at times — adults, teens, and even kids. But there are ways to minimize stress and manage the stress that's unavoidable. Follow these tips to keep stress under control. ... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

If you spend long hours at your computer, these tips and exercises will help to reduce eye strain, as well as muscle strain on your neck, back, arms and legs.... Details >

National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

If you're looking for another way to reduce stress, consider tai chi (TIE-chee). Tai chi is sometimes described as "meditation in motion" because it promotes serenity through gentle movements — connec... Details >

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research  

Check out these 10 tips to keep you cool, calm, and collected when you find yourself in a hectic situation.... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

This fact sheet covers things to remember when trying to understand disaster events, signs that adults need stress management assistance, and ways to ease stress.... Details >

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Mass tragedies, including school shootings, workplace violence, and community violence affect different people in different ways. This fact sheet provides tips for coping with stress geared toward spe... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

This document contains many helpful tips to guide you through the process of caring for someone with cancer.... Details >

National Cancer Institute

Watch this short video to learn how yoga can help you to reduce stress and increase flexibility.... Details >

National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Yoga is a mind-body practice in complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) with origins in ancient Indian philosophy. This web page provides a general overview of yoga and suggests sources for more ... Details >

National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine Clearinghouse, National Institutes of Health

Yoga can help you feel calmer when life is busy and stressful. Read about it.... Details >

The Nemours Foundation