The Hindustan Times: LIVE LIFE STRESS FREE Aug 28

Stress is a major problem for many people - a hectic job a chaotic personal life, bills to worry about, and bad habits such as unhealthy eating, drinking and smoking can lead to stress.

If your life is full of stress, there are some simple things you can do to get your life to a manageable level.

www.india.com: Stay socially active to beat stress of loneliness

Tokyo, Nov 20: Engaging in social activities like participating in hobby clubs or volunteer groups may help the elderly relieve the stress of loneliness as well as slow down the decline in their ability to manage daily activities crucial to an individuals' independence and quality of life, say researchers.

The study, led by a team of researchers from the Nara Medical University in Japan, found that elderly men and women who participated in social activities were less likely to experience a decline in their ability to perform daily functions.

www.huffingtonpost.in: 9 Stress Management Tips for Entrepreneurs

Although stress can be helpful in the right circumstances, knowing how to be aware of and deal with stress in healthy ways is an invaluable skill for entrepreneurs. Here are nine stress management tips you can use to stay healthy and productive, no matter what kind of business you're running.

One of the keys of managing stress properly is noticing it before it becomes overwhelming. Learn about the way your body reacts to stress--things like sweating, increased heart rate, or shortness of breath--so that you can deal with the stress before it starts causing problems.

www.gizmodo.in: High-stress jobs shorten your life span

Pressure at workplace is unavoidable due to demands of the contemporary work environment. But when this pressure becomes excessive it leads to stress that adversely impact your health. A new research from the Indiana University Kelley School of Business discovers that those in high-stress jobs with little control over their workflow die younger or are less healthy as compared those who have more flexibility and discretion in their jobs.

www.livemint.com: Social media can throw spotlight on stress at work

It is well-documented that stress can make for an unproductive workplace, causing employees to run late, fall behind, snap at co-workers, or quit when they just can't take it anymore.

But little research has been done on the day-to-day patterns underlying employees' feelings of stress—may be because it has been historically difficult to track people's emotions and moods in real time as they correspond to their work environment.

www.livemint.com: Social media can throw spotlight on stress at work

It is well-documented that stress can make for an unproductive workplace, causing employees to run late, fall behind, snap at co-workers, or quit when they just can't take it anymore.

But little research has been done on the day-to-day patterns underlying employees' feelings of stress—may be because it has been historically difficult to track people's emotions and moods in real time as they correspond to their work environment.

www.thehindu.com: Mental healthcare, a far cry for students

In a world where cut-throat competition is the order of the day and marks play a vital role in shaping students' future, it is no secret that Indian youth face mounting pressure to excel in academics and secure a notable position in a respectable field. "The common conception is that if you're able to give a decent education to your children, then they will have a better life," explains Dr. Lakshmi Vijayakumar, a Chennai-based psychiatrist and the founder of Sneha, a foundation dedicated to suicide prevention. However, this mentality, while proven to be constructive at times, can also have disastrous effects. India has some of the world's highest instances of unhealthy stress, anxiety, depression, and suicide amongst youth. The issue of mental health among Indian students needs increasing awareness.

indianexpress.com: More males found to be under stress than women

A health survey on revealed that around 80 per cent males are found to be living under stress, the percentage which is more as compared to women.

"Eighty per cent males live under stress due to inadequate rest and heavy workload, whereas in the case of females, it is 74 per cent," findings by a poll conducted on the eve of World Heart Day by ICICI Lombard General Insurance said.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com: 40% Delhi professionals at hypertension, diabetes risk

An alarming report by Indus Health Plus has pointed out that 35 – 40 percent of working population in Delhi is suffering from hypertension and diabetes which leads to risk of heart diseases by 4 – 6 percent. The trend can be due to high sugar consumption as high sugar levels can lead to deposition of fatty materials which leads to narrowing of arteries. This has led to an increased number of artery blockages and risking young people who are 25 – 35 years to obesity and heart diseases.

indiatoday.intoday.in: Stress Among Indian Drivers

Indian drivers are most stressed about increasing congestion on roads with as many as 63 per cent drivers constantly worried about bumper-to-bumper traffic, a recent study commissioned by Ford Motor Company revealed.

For 56 per cent drivers, parking was the second most common cause of stress, followed by fear of getting into an accident (45 per cent), fuel prices (37 per cent) and traffic fines (34 per cent), the survey revealed.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com: Stress May Lead to Insomnia

Sleep disorder, disturbed sleep pattern and insomnia are some of the most common sleep-related issues that folks deal with today.

Blame it on a hurried lifestyle or on exhausting work patterns, but the fact is, many of us are faced with a lack of sound sleep and lead their lives groggy-eyed. Here are five simple ways by which you can beat stress and have a restful night...

economictimes.indiatimes.com: 46% of Indian employees suffer from stress

A recent survey shows 46% of the Indian workforce suffers from some form of stress. Are you one of them? Your stress could be related to your personality type, workplace environment, health issues or simply targets and deadlines. Here is how it works and what you can do about it

studyin-uk.in: Indian Students are more stressed than ever

A growing problem not only in India but all over the globe, students are more stressed than ever. In fact, India has one of the highest rate of suicides among people aged between 15 and 29. Although the reasons are myriad, but failure in examination, unemployment, and depression are some the reasons why people put their life at risk.

A common cause of concern is the pressure from parents to do well in the class XII board exams. There have been many incidents in the past where students have committed suicide during exams, and on the result day. But what can be so extreme that students decide to end their life?

newsfeed.time.com: Indian Women Are the Most Stressed on Earth

As women around the world enjoy broader opportunities and expanding roles, they're also experiencing one other increase in their lives — stress.

In one of their latest reports, Women of Tomorrow, Nielsen released stats that revealed where the most stressed-out women in the world reside, and how they behave in consequence.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com: Single bout of stress can cause prolonged mental trauma

BENGALURU: If you think a single episode of stress — which may last only a few seconds — is harmless, you are wrong. You may end up experiencing trauma for months, leading to bouts of depression, anxiety and anger, a study has revealed.