“Anxiety is a projection of fear that sends signals to the amygdala and hippocampus in the brain,” explains Melissa Hankins, MD, a Harvard-trained psychiatrist based in Seattle. And in some situations ...

"I became paralyzed with fear," Cramer said. Brittany Watkins suffered from such serious food cravings, it was ruining her life. "Every time I was stressed or emotional or upset, I would always look ...

If you’ve seen someone tapping their knees or shoulders on the subway lately, alternating between tapping their left and right sides, they’re using a science-based technique called “bilateral ...

CLARENCE, N.Y. — Most kids are now settling into the new school year, but some might be having trouble adjusting emotionally. They might be anxious, nervous, or scared, and parents may often feel ...

In a world where stress has become a near-constant companion for many, scientists and medical professionals have turned their attention to an unassuming hero within our bodies, the vagus nerve. This ...

Stretching, using essential oils, scanning your body for muscular tension, and foam rolling are just a few of the many ways to relieve stress — all in under 30 minutes. Stress is sneaky. It can curl ...