STRESS REACTION

This study tested whether a virtual reality (VR) experience can help workers recover from stress more quickly. Sixty healthy adults were put under stress and then randomly assigned to either a VR relaxation session or a control condition. Researchers measured stress by checking c…

This study tested a medication called Neurexan in 81 adults with short-term insomnia (trouble sleeping for less than 3 months). Participants took Neurexan or a placebo daily for 14 days. Researchers measured sleep quality using overnight brain activity tests and stress levels usi…

This study tested a fast, non-invasive brain stimulation method called TMS in 38 healthy adults to see if it could improve thinking skills like attention and memory, and help people bounce back from stress. Participants received different doses of the stimulation and completed co…

This study looked at how African American women who survived breast cancer react to stress. Researchers measured stress hormones, heart rate, and blood pressure during a stressful task. They also checked how stress relates to diet, exercise, and treatment choices. The goal is to …

This study looked at whether a short stressful event can quickly change levels of certain proteins in the blood that are linked to Alzheimer's disease. Researchers tested 38 healthy adults by exposing them to a brief stressor and then measuring their blood protein levels over the…

This study looked at how stress and smoking habits differ between African American and white male smokers. Researchers measured stress responses using a psychological test and tracked daily cortisol patterns. The goal was to understand biological and social factors that influence…