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·April 16, 2026·7 min read

Stressed Out? Diverse Gut Bacteria Might Be to Blame

High gut microbial diversity is associated with stronger, more flexible stress responses in humans, highlighting the role of bacterial metabolites like butyrate and propionate.

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·March 31, 2026·9 min read

Direct Link Between Stress and Addiction Found

Researchers discovered a brain pathway linking stress centers directly to habit regions. While stress normally promotes flexibility, alcohol disrupts this circuit, explaining why stress leads to compulsive drinking and relapse.

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·October 19, 2022·7 min read

Manipulating Stress Response in Cells Could Help Slow Down Aging

When switched on at a pre-reproductive age, stress response in cells could slow down aging and promote longevity.

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·August 7, 2017·4 min read

What Happens To Your Body When You’re Stressed?

A new report examines the effect stress can have on our bodies and general health.

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·July 21, 2015·3 min read

A New Target For Depression Treatment

Researchers have identified a potential new target to treat recurring depression.

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·April 24, 2015·3 min read

Becoming The Invisible Person

Researchers investigate how a perceptual illusion of being invisible affects physical stress response in social situations.

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·June 14, 2013·4 min read

Memory-Boosting Chemical is Identified in Mice

Researchers discover memory improved in mice after injecting them with a small, drug like molecule while studying how cells respond to biological stress.