Latest Hormonal Research
Welcome to the Hormonal Research: a central resource dedicated to unraveling the complexities of the latest research on Cortisol, Melatonin, Glucose, and Inflammation.
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Jun 28, 2024
Caffeine's Impact on Stress During VR Active Shooter Training
A recent study explored how caffeine consumption affects stress responses during virtual reality-based active shooter training. The results showed significant variations in stress biomarkers between those who consumed caffeine and those who did not.
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Jun 26, 2024
Marine Corps Training Demands Linked to Performance Outcomes
This study examined how the physical and mental demands of U.S. Marine Corps recruit training affect performance outcomes. It highlights significant correlations between training workload, resilience, and performance improvements.
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Jun 25, 2024
Mindfulness Meditation Reduces Stress, Boosts Testosterone in Young Men
Recent research found that seven sessions of mindfulness meditation can modulate the levels of salivary testosterone and cortisol in young men under acute stress. This study highlights the benefits of mindfulness practices in stress management.
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Jun 15, 2024
Circadian Rhythm Disruption in Night Shift Nurses Linked to Health Risks
A recent study revealed that night shift work disrupts the circadian rhythms of nurses, affecting critical hormones like cortisol and melatonin. This misalignment can have significant health impacts, including increased risks of breast cancer.
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Jun 4, 2024
Ketamine Alters Sleep Arousal Patterns in Depression Treatment
A study found that ketamine administration changes sleep-related arousal patterns in individuals with treatment-resistant depression. This highlights ketamine’s potential impact on sleep metrics, which might play a role in its antidepressant effects.
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Jan 19, 2024
Service Dogs Boost Morning Cortisol Levels in Veterans with PTSD
A recent study found that veterans with PTSD who have service dogs exhibit a higher morning cortisol awakening response compared to those without. This suggests that service dogs may help regulate stress responses in veterans.
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Nov 27, 2023
Unlocking Stress Secrets in Performance Pay: A Groundbreaking Study
This study delves into how performance-related pay might up the stress ante in workplaces, especially when it's paired with close monitoring. Surprisingly, fixed pay with minimum performance criteria might actually stir more stress under such scrutiny.
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Nov 6, 2023
Cortisol Stress Hormone Levels Impact Patient Nutrition and Recovery
The study investigates the connection between cortisol, a stress-related hormone, and its effects on patients' nutrition and health outcomes, revealing how elevated levels can signal greater risks and influence treatment responses.
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Aug 25, 2023
Unlocking Yoga's Power Against COVID-19 Stress
The study reveals how yoga significantly reduces stress indicators like heart rate and blood pressure among female college students during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting yoga's potential as a simple yet effective stress management tool.
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Aug 14, 2023
CBT and Yoga Improve Sleep Quality in Anxiety Patients
A study revealed that both cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and yoga significantly improve sleep quality in patients with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). The research highlighted the roles of worry, mindfulness, and perceived stress as key factors in these improvements.
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Aug 2, 2023
Navigating the Digital Stress Landscape: Insights and Implications
The study delves into how multitasking and work interruptions, typical in digital environments, trigger biological stress. It highlights the unique stress responses without delving into overly technical jargon.
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Jun 23, 2023
Stress Alters Hormonal Reaction in Social Encounters
The research explores how stress impacts our body's hormonal response during interactions with others, particularly focusing on the effects of stress and relationship status on hormones like cortisol and testosterone during social encounters.
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Jun 18, 2023
Unlocking Stress Response Secrets in Overweight Youth
This study investigates how emotional and social factors affect stress-related cortisol levels in young individuals with obesity. It reveals that certain psychological traits, like difficulty in expressing emotions and avoidance in relationships, can influence how stress impacts their body.
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Jun 11, 2023
Improving Sleep and Emotions with Blue Light Filtering Software
This research explores how blue light filtering software can enhance sleep quality and regulate emotions by adjusting our exposure to blue light from screens, which is especially beneficial during the evening and nighttime.
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Apr 13, 2023
Stress Influences Social Predictions, Study Reveals
This study explores how stress impacts our ability to anticipate others' actions. It found that stress doesn't change how we understand others' beliefs but makes us more likely to expect people to act based on past behaviors rather than current intentions.
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Mar 15, 2023
Improving Sleep and Stress Management
The study explored a technique called mental contrasting with implementation intentions (MCII) aimed at enhancing sleep quality and reducing stress. Unlike traditional sleep hygiene advice, this approach did not significantly alter sleep or stress markers, suggesting its limitations in controlling sleep-related behaviors.
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Mar 1, 2023
Sleep and Light Therapy Aids Mood in Pregnancy and Postpartum
This study found that tailored sleep and light therapy can significantly enhance mood in pregnant and postpartum women by adjusting their melatonin levels. This approach offers a non-medical treatment option that is both effective and easy to apply at home.
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Feb 17, 2023
Unlocking Melatonin's Potential for Skin Health: A New Study Explains
This research highlights melatonin's significant role beyond sleep regulation, showcasing its protective, immunomodulatory, and anti-aging effects on the skin, particularly in allergic and inflammatory conditions.
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Feb 14, 2023
Breathe Easy: How Cabin Air Filters Improve Health During Commutes
This study investigated the impact of traffic-related air pollution on health during commutes and whether cabin air filtration can help. It found that filtering air inside vehicles significantly reduced exposure to harmful pollutants and improved indicators related to heart health, stress levels, and mental sharpness.
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Feb 10, 2023
Exploring Melatonin's Power Against Heart Disease: A Simple Guide
Imagine a natural body chemical, known mostly for its role in sleep, also holding the key to fighting heart disease. That's what recent research into melatonin, a hormone your body makes at night, suggests. This tiny molecule is not just about getting a good night's sleep; it could be a warrior against heart issues by protecting the energy factories inside our cells.
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Jan 9, 2023
Melatonin May Ease Kids' Tummy Troubles, New Study Finds
A recent study explored melatonin's effectiveness in treating children with stomach pain related to functional abdominal pain disorders. The research combined melatonin with a probiotic, showing promising results for easing discomfort.
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Jan 5, 2023
Empathy and Social Exclusion: New Insights for Women with BPD
The study explored how perceived social exclusion impacts empathy in women with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) compared to healthy individuals, revealing unique emotional responses without cortisol changes.
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Jan 5, 2023
Unveiling the Role of Serotonin and Melatonin in Gut Health
Discover how two well-known hormones, serotonin and melatonin, play crucial roles beyond their typical functions, impacting the health of the lower gastrointestinal tract, particularly in conditions like ulcerative colitis.