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Aug 22, 2015 08:59 PM EDT

Work Stress: Work Anxiety May Lower Job Performance

New findings published in the Journal of Applied Psychology reveal that workplace anxietycould lead to lower job performance.

Jul 29, 2015 03:43 PM EDT

Rudeness In The Workplaces Is Contagious

Previous studies have shown that yawning can be contagious. But did you know that the same can be true for rudeness?

Jul 20, 2015 04:15 PM EDT

Job Stress: High Work Strain May Increase Leave From Mental Disorders

Stress can certainly increase our risk of health problems, including exacerbate any pre-existing conditions that may exist. Yet new findings published in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine also reveal that high job demands may even increase a worker's need for sick leave due to r...

Jul 13, 2015 07:17 PM EDT

Sitting For Extended Periods May Increase Breast Cancer Risk In Women

Previous studies have discussed the dangers of prolonged sitting. Yet now, new findings published in the journal Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers and Prevention reveal that women who sit for extended periods of time may be at an increased risk of breast cancer.

Jul 13, 2015 03:14 PM EDT

Some Men Feel Threatened By A Female Boss

Do men feel threatened by their female bosses? New findings published in the journal Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin say yes.

Jun 15, 2015 03:58 PM EDT

Poor Sleep Increases Risk Of Stroke, Heart Attack

Findings presented at EuroHeartCare, the official annual meeting of the Council on Cardiovascular Nursing and Allied Professions of the European Society of Cardiology, reveal that not getting enough sleep can double the risk of heart attack and quadruple the risk of stroke.

May 29, 2015 09:43 PM EDT

Be Positive: Study Suggests You'll Earn More, If You Are

New findings published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology reveal that cynics are less likely to do well when it comes to earning money. In other words, to significantly boost income, it's better to keep a positive mental attitude at all times.

Feb 18, 2015 11:56 AM EST

Here's Why Sleep Helps Your Stem Cells Stay Young

If you're used to staying up late, new research gives you another reason to try and get into better sleeping habits. Not only can adequate sleep help you feel better rested, but it can help your stem cells stay in shape.

Jan 05, 2015 08:44 AM EST

Rotating Night Shift Work May be Dangerous to Your Health

While night shift work has been consistently associated with higher risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) and cancer, it's only now that it's getting a bit more notice.

Jan 01, 2015 10:27 AM EST

Introverted Employees May Control How Much Extroverts Earn

Scientists have found that introverted employees are more likely to give low evaluations of job performance to extroverted co-workers, which give introverts a powerful role in workplaces.

Jul 14, 2014 01:47 PM EDT

Internet Browsing in the Workplace Could Improve Younger Workers' Concentration

Could browsing the Internet be useful to your work? Apparently it can. Scientists have found that workplace Internet browsing can actually improve concentration in the long run.

Jun 18, 2014 12:18 PM EDT

Preventing Chronic Diseases: The Importance of Health Programs Within the Workplace

It’s much more difficult to maintain your healthy lifestyle sitting behind a desk or in front of a computer for eight or more hours. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggest ways to improve the well-being of the nation’s employees.