Weight Loss, Thinning Hair and Stress

Earlier this week, the New York Times ran a piece on Sarah Palin, which discusses her decision to step down as Governor of Alaska. It mentioned her friends' concerns over reported weight loss, thinning hair and anxiety, due to some of the stresses she has faced.

Politics aside, this brings up an important topic: stress and health. We've all probably faced times of stress where we feel overwhelmed and suspect it's taking a physical toll. But just how much of a toll can stress take? Can stress really lead to thinning hair or hair loss? How can stress affect weight? And what can be done about stress and anxiety? Find the answers to these questions in the articles below, and share your own experiences in this reader response article on the effects of stress.

Stress and Health Resources:

• Stress and Hair Loss

• How Stress Affects Weight

• Deal With Anxiety in Four Simple Steps

• Common Symptoms of Too Much Stress

• 10 Things to Know About the Effects of Stress

How much do you know about the effects of stress? Take this Stress Myth Quiz and test your ability to separate fact from fiction.

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