Stress

Stress and heartbreak may have triggered Kim Kardashian's brain aneurysm

Reality star Kim Kardashian linked her brain aneurysm to extreme stress after her divorce. Neurologists explain why mental strain can have dangerous physical effects

Festival stress syndrome: Why festive cheer can sometimes feel overwhelming

Between social obligations, family expectations, and packed calendars, festivals can leave you more drained than delighted. Experts explain the festival stress syndrome and ways to cope with it

Chronic stress harms your memory. Here's how to protect your brain

Constant pressure floods your brain with cortisol, disrupting focus and memory, but experts say simple daily habits can help protect your mind

Why a sense of control could be your biggest weapon against daily stress

A decade-long study finds that people who feel more in control resolve daily stress faster, and this ability becomes even stronger with age, improving mental resilience

Financial stress and heart attacks: Why money matters as much as cholesterol

Doctors warn that rising EMIs, job insecurity, and daily money stress can quietly damage the heart, making financial anxiety a hidden cardiac risk alongside cholesterol

Want to live longer? Harvard Health's 5 simple habits may change your life

From mindful living to toxin-free choices, Harvard Health experts outline five daily habits that can lower disease risk, improve well-being, and support long-term health

Why introverts burn out faster-and how they can protect their mental health

Introverts aren't shy or antisocial, they are simply misunderstood. Doctor explains how to manage overstimulation, stress, and mental health in today's fast-paced life

Not drinking enough water? Your body may overreact to stress, study shows

Drinking too little water doesn't just cause thirst-it could heighten how your body reacts to stress, with links to higher cortisol, heart risk, and mood disorders

From stress to habits: Why some people walk or talk in their sleep

Stress, fatigue, and erratic schedules can all trigger sleepwalking or sleep talking; doctors explain what happens in your brain and when to worry

Your brain might have aged faster during the pandemic, even without Covid-19

A new study finds the Covid-19 pandemic accelerated brain ageing in healthy adults by over five months, raising fresh alarms about stress, inequality, and mental health

What is rejection sensitive dysphoria in ADHD and how can you manage it?

Intense emotional reactions to real or imagined rejection are part of rejection sensitive dysphoria. The term isn't a formal diagnosis, but it's gaining traction in both research and clinical work

Startups tap technology to tackle anxiety with new tools and solutions

Other emerging tools also include virtual reality, which is being explored for exposure therapy and immersive stress reduction

Working hard? This smart tattoo on forehead could soon let your boss know

Researchers at the University of Texas have developed a soft, wireless 'electronic tattoo' that tracks brainwaves in real time-promising safer, smarter monitoring in fields like aviation and surgery

Broken heart syndrome: Men face twice the death risk, say researchers

Broken Heart syndrome or Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, triggered by emotional stress, shows higher death rates in men even though women are more often diagnosed with it

Most Indian corporate employees face emotional distress, HCL Healthcare finds

HCL Healthcare report finds 84% of India Inc workforce battling low mood, anxiety and poor sleep, calling for urgent emotional wellness reforms at workplaces

What is Yutori, the Japanese way to fight burnout, balance life and work

In a world that glorifies hustle, the Japanese philosophy of Yutori offers a powerful reminder to slow down, create space, and strike a balance between work and self-care

30% of Indian employees stressed, 50% wanting to switch jobs, shows report

The report also adds that nearly 49 per cent are actively looking for a new job, indicating dissatisfaction among most employees

Higher level of job stress among youth in IT, media sectors: Study

Young employees working in IT sector (84.3 percent) and media (83.5 percent) are experiencing higher levels of work stress in Kerala, according to a survey conducted by the state Youth Commission. Kerala Youth Commission chairman M Shajar presented the survey report to Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday in the presence of state Minister for Fisheries, Culture and Youth Affairs Saji Cheriyan. According to the survey, about 80.6 per cent employees from banking and insurance sector and 75.5 percent from gig economy have also reported work stress. Employees working in retail and industrial sector related comparatively lower level of work stress, said the report prepared based on a survey conducted among employees in the age group of 18-40 years. As many as 1,548 employees from five sectors-- IT, gig economy, media, retail/industrial, and banking/insurance participated in the survey. The study showed that highest level of work stress among the respondents in the age group 30-3

Explained: YesMadam’s controversial workplace stress campaign

Noida-based beauty service platform YesMadam has recently come under fire for allegedly firing its employees who reported workplace stress during an internal survey. But, there's more to the story!

Workplace stress on the rise: 64% of young professionals feeling the heat

From navigating the challenges of hybrid work to juggling personal expectations, India's youngest workers are feeling the heat like never before