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Five Simple Stress Reducers to Try Now

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Updated February 22, 2012

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Research on Stress Reducers
The following research was used in this article on stress reducers. For more recent research on stress, as well as links to more resources, please scroll down.

Sources:
Adler MG, Fagley NS. Appreciation: Individual Differences in Finding Value and Meaning as a Unique Predictor of Subjective Well-Being. Journal of Personality February 2005.
Astin JA, Shapiro SL, Eisenberg DM, Forys KL. Mind-Body Medicine: State of the Science, Implications for Practice. The Journal of the American Board of Family Practice March / April 2003. Bonadonna, Ramita PhD. Meditation's Impact on Chronic Illness. Holistic Nursing Practice. November/December 2003.
Emmons RA, McCullough ME. Counting Blessings Versus Burdens: An Experimental Investigation of Gratitude and Subjective Well-Being in Daily Life. Journal of personality and social psychology February 2003.
Rimmele U, Seiler R, Marti B, Wirtz PH, Ehlert U, Heinrichs M. The level of physical activity affects adrenal and cardiovascular reactivity to psychosocial stress. Psychoneuroendocrinology. October 13, 2008.

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Happiness Research

Have you ever wondered how to truly bring greater happiness to your life with research-proven strategies? What do the studies actually say about happiness and stress? Read more about happiness and stress research.

Stress and Health Research

Stress has a major impact on health, and research can show you exactly how. Read on for the wisdom of numerous research studies on stress and health.

Relationship and Stress Research

Our relationships can greatly impact our stress levels, for better or for worse! Learn what research has to say about stress and relationships, and use this information to reduce stress and strengthen all of the relationships in your life.

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