A Cornell University study finds that working couples with long work hours report the lowest quality of life due to increased conflict between work and personal life, stress, and feelings of overload. Couples with demanding jobs are at the highest risk for low life quality.
A large study by Ohio State University researchers has found that stress experienced after a breast cancer diagnosis and surgery can weaken the immune response in women. The study, published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, used biochemical indicators to measure the impact of stress on immune function.
Research shows music can decrease cardiovascular stress and improve coping abilities for patients undergoing ambulatory surgery. Music-listening patients reported lower stress levels and better coping mechanisms than those who did not listen to music.
A study by Dianne Tice found that procrastination's initial enjoyment can turn into a heavy toll as deadlines loom, causing unforeseen events and increased stress. Procrastinators who fail to complete tasks often experience severe health problems, lower grades, and reduced work quality.