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What causes people to 'choke' under pressure?

By Anna Gora, Christoph Schwaiger last updated

People who "choke" under pressure underperform in high-stakes situations out of stress and worry. But what causes this phenomenon?

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Resilience is a skill that can be cultivated, a psychologist explains

By Rachel Goldsmith Turow published

Resilience is not a static quality but rather a set of skills that can be developed over time.

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Tinnitus often causes distress. A new app could help.

By Rebecca Sohn published

A new app could help make behavioral therapies aimed at easing distress from tinnitus more accessible, a small study suggests.

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What is oxidative stress?

By Rebecca Sohn published

Oxidative stress occurs when there is an imbalance between the production of free radicals and the body’s ability to counteract them.

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Psychedelics may treat depression by invading brain cells

By Nicoletta Lanese published

A study suggests that psychedelics can access receptors inside cells that standard antidepressants usually can't affect.

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Can stress turn hair gray?

By Donavyn Coffey published

Science suggests the answer is "yes".

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Can stress cause hair loss?

By Joanne Lewsley published

Chronic stress may lead to hair loss, research suggests. But it is often reversible.

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Can you 'catch' stress from other people?

By Joe Phelan published

Stress can be contagious, according to research. But there may be ways to prevent it.

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What causes mood swings?

By Louise Bond published

What makes people experience dramatic shifts in their moods?

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How anxiety affects the body: 5 physical symptoms, according to science

By Anna Gora published

From tension headaches to digestive issues, here’s how anxiety affects the body.

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