9 signs your body is stressed out

Itchy skin, sleep problems, heart disease — these are just some of the common effects of excess stress. Everyday Health

Tips and Techniques for Dealing with Stress

Change is an expected part of our daily lives today. Dealing with it so that YOU control IT rather than vice versa is an important and positive force in controlling your life. Try a few of these good reminders. Caregiver.com

Eliminating Stress Brings Pain Relief

Stress and pain are often closely linked. Each one can have an impact on the other, creating a vicious cycle that sets the stage for chronic pain and chronic stress. So, part of getting pain relief is learning how to better manage stress. Everyday Health

Coping with Medical Challenges During the Holidays

If you or a loved one is dealing with the challenges of diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis or other health condition, give yourself the gift of a lower-stress holiday season this year. The holidays are generally considered to be a joyous time; however, for people coping with serious illnesses, the holidays can bring unwanted stress. Michelle Riba, M.D., professor of psychiatry and associate chair for integrated medicine and psychiatric services at the University of Michigan Health System, recommends ways to steer clear of these unnecessary stresses during the winter months. Right at Home

The Health Benefits of Laughter

Proverbs 17:22 - "A joyful heart is good medicine, But a broken spirit dries up the bones."

Laughter is a key component of a happy life and it has powerful physical and mental benefits. No matter what you're facing, you can learn to laugh and benefit from its healing ways. Everyday Health, Science Daily, Clean Joke of the Day

Tips to Avoid Compassion Fatigue

Blogger Julie Rosen provides tips on how to care for yourself during stressful times. Now she wants to know what you do to keep yourself sane, engaged, and compassionate in your work and life. Everyday Health

Lung Cancer: 7 Steps for Managing Fear

Are you constantly distracted, angry, or irritable? Do you feel tension in your muscles? These may be signs of fear — a common emotion for those diagnosed with lung cancer or any other cancer. Everyday Health

Cancer patients' agony of options

Not that long ago, cancer patients expected their doctors to tell them what to do. Maybe there was only one treatment for a disease anyway. Then patients began to see themselves as consumers. They demanded that their paternalistic doctors start giving them more say about what would happen to their bodies and their lives. They started shopping around and discovered how different doctors and hospitals are. Now many are left feeling responsible for decisions of monumental consequence. Patients may gain a heightened sense of control when they choose their treatments. But that sometimes comes at the price of mental anguish that doctors and hospitals are barely beginning to address. JWR

Recognizing Caregiver Burnout

Caregiver burnout is a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion that may be accompanied by a change in attitude -- from positive and caring to negative and unconcerned. Burnout can occur when caregivers don't get the help they need, or if they try to do more than they are able -- either physically or financially. Caregivers who are "burned out" may experience fatigue, stress, anxiety, and depression. Many caregivers also feel guilty if they spend time on themselves rather than on their ill or elderly loved ones. Recognizing Caregiver Burnout

Where Is God Ministries

A collection of bible verses for faith in times of stress Where Is God.net

Free Online Bible Study – Bible Truths to Conquer the Fear of Death and Dying

Do you have a fear of dying? Do you worry about end of life issues? Conquer end of life fears: Look forward to being with Jesus in heaven for eternity. Death and Dying Fears Bible Study