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Stress Reduction

Stress ReductionStress takes its toll by making us anxious, depressed and not able to function as fully as we'd like. What many don't know is that stress can take its toll on our healthy and may affect our risks of many different kinds of illness. Discover why handling stress is so important in living a healthy and long life.

Keywords: Stress, tension, immune system, sleep problems, insomnia, relaxation techniques, laughter, stress reducers

Caregiver Stress

Caregiver StressIt's difficult to watch a loved one suffer from Alzheimer's and caring for them can be an intense challenge. Our panel of experts will address the pressures that come with this responsibility and discuss strategies for coping with them.

Keywords: Alzheimer's disease, caregivers, stress, depression, treatment, symptoms, dementia, degenerative, finances, patient, support network, Alzheimer's Association, coping mechanisms, wandering, legal assistance, heathcare proxy, living wills.

Stress and Sports

Stress and SportsMany people turn to sports to unwind, but the pressure of competition can turn otherwise relaxing pursuits into sources of stress (and affect your game, too). Our panel of experts will discuss what you can do to make sure your sports life helps, rather than hurts, your state of mind.

Keywords: Stress, fitness, health, athletics, performance, ball field, visualization, stretch, football

Stress and Heart Disease

Stress and Heart DiseaseWe've all experienced stress at one time or another. Your heart rate goes up, your blood pressure rises, and every part of your body tenses up. It has been linked to a variety of health conditions, but one of the most significant effects is the damage it can do to your heart. Not only is stress dangerous for people with heart disease, it can also increase the risk of heart complications. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the relationship between stress and heart disease, and share some helpful stress reduction techniques.

Keywords: Stress, heart disease, coronary heart disease, Type-A personality, adrenaline, epinephrine, blood pressure, heart rate, immune system, arteries, group therapy, meditation, smoking, guided visual imagery, Dr. Sam Benjamin, Dr. Nate Lebowitz

Stress of Cancer

Stress of CancerCancer is an upsetting experience. Worries about treatments and the future make it hard to function. Find what to do if the stress is too much to handle.

Keywords: Cancer, stress, anxiety, depression, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, hormone therapy, adjustment disorder, anxiety disorder, relaxation, hypnosis, antidepressants, anti anxiety medications

Preoperative Stress

Preoperative StressFor many heart transplant recipients, the toughest part of the experience is the stressful waiting period. Join heart surgeon Mehmet Oz and Frank Torre, ex-baseball star, as they discuss preoperative stress and how it can affect your recovery period.

Keywords: Heart transplant, stress, heart surgeon, heart surgery, depression, aroma therapy, music therapy, immunosuppression, anxiety, Dr. Mehmet Oz, Frank Torre

Stress and Heart Disease

Stress and Heart DiseaseWe've all experienced stress at one time or another. Your heart rate goes up, your blood pressure rises, and every part of your body tenses up. It has been linked to a variety of health conditions, but one of the most significant effects is the damage it can do to your heart. Not only is stress dangerous for people with heart disease, it can also increase the risk of heart complications. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the relationship between stress and heart disease, and share some helpful stress reduction techniques.

Keywords: Stress, heart disease, coronary heart disease, Type-A personality, adrenaline, epinephrine, blood pressure, heart rate, immune system, arteries, group therapy, meditation, smoking, guided visual imagery, Dr. Sam Benjamin, Dr. Nate Lebowitz

Job Stress

Job StressFor many people, "work" and "stress" are virtually synonymous. But stress can have negative effects on your body and mind, from muscle stiffness and insomnia to hypertension and general unhappiness. How can you keep your productivity maxed while staying relaxed? Join our panel of experts for some work-time de-stressing tips. Viewers are encouraged to submit their questions in advance, or during the live program.

Keywords: Job Stress,Cool,Stress

Tai Chi

Tai ChiTai Chi was initially developed in China in the 14th century as a martial art of self-defense. But as it evolved, it came to be seen as an exercise promoting harmony, balance and relaxation of the body and mind. What is Tai Chi, and what can it do for you? Join our panel of experts for a discussion of the history and health benefits of this age-old practice.

Keywords: tai chi, martial arts, Chinese medicine, meditation, relaxation, stress, karate, osteoporosis

Meditation and Stress

Meditation and StressIf stress is the plague of the 21st century, meditation may be a cure.

Keywords: Meditation, stress, meditate, mindfulness, breathing, breath, body, relaxation, fight or flight response, Kligler, Weiss


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