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Uncertain prognoses, looming severe shortages of resources for testing and treatment and for protecting responders and health care providers from infection, imposition of unfamiliar public health measures that infringe on personal freedoms,
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A specific phobia is, by nature, triggered by a specific object, place or, situation. Unlike generalized anxiety disorder, people with a specific phobia are not consumed by pervasive worry and fear. However, a phobia can
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Employees still struggle with stress – despite the supposed return to normal. In fact, some mental health experts say it’s staggering. According to Mental Health America’s Mind in the Workplace report: 83% of
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Much has been written about the many effective ways to manage stress, such as meditation, breathing exercises, journaling, and other well-known strategies. Their benefits are proven, and they’re popular strategies for a reason. New Year’s resolutions often
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A new study from The Hartford shows that 70% of U.S. employers now recognize mental health as a significant workplace issue. The Hartford surveyed employers nationwide, with 72% saying the stigma associated
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Research has indicated that the percentage of Americans who are stressed at work is high—and it’s only getting higher. According to a survey of more than 2,000 full-time U.S. employees, ages 18-79,
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Psychological science will be a key tool as we shape the future of work Navigating the future of work is a critical part of the nation’s full recovery from the pandemic. More
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