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08/25/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Study proposes that the “fight or flight” response is triggered by your bones, NOT adrenaline
In the face of fear and apparent danger, both humans and animals initiate an acute reaction to stress in their bodies. Their breath quickens, their pupils dilate and their hearts begin to pound faster than usual. These programmed changes occur as part of the so-called “fight-or-flight” response. Scientists have long believed that the hormone called adrenaline triggers […]
03/26/2020
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By Darnel Fernandez
Does stress have benefits? A certain form of stress may be linked to longer life, say scientists
Stress is the body’s natural reaction to various life experiences, and everyone is bound to experience it at one point in their lives. High levels of stress can bring about negative effects on the body. However, recent research describes a new type of stress that can bring surprising benefits for health. Anything from day-to-day responsibilities, […]
03/07/2019
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By David Williams
Understanding innate fears: Scientists study why snakes and spiders evoke a stress response, even in babies
Why are human babies afraid of creepy-crawlies such as spiders or snakes? Is it something that they learn as they grow older? What about extremely young infants who have never been exposed to these creatures beforehand? According to new research from the Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences (MPI CBS), the answers to […]
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