Don’t let present stress ruin your run-up to Christmas. Pat Fitzpatrick has done all the hard work with this tongue-in-cheek gift guide for every budget, so you can tick everyone off your list and get down to enjoying yourself for the festive season.

A new book wants us to distinguish between ‘good’ and ‘bad’ experiences to help us spend our free time in ways that lead to more health and happiness, says Helen O’Callaghan

Anxiety impacts all of us. As mammals, we are hardwired to it. And it has been key to our survival.

Dr Rangan Chatterjee says it takes a few simple changes to our everyday habits to help us manage stress, and avoid what the WHO calls the ‘health epidemic of the 21st century’, writes

Siobhán Murray seemed to have it all but it came at a price. Now a psychotherapist, she has written a definitive guide on how to beat burnout, writes Clodagh Finn

Over half of Irish people say our financial concerns are affecting our mental health.

Stress, men, and Christmas are words you rarely hear in the one sentence. But spare a thought for the overstretched dad who is often out of his comfort zone during what is supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, says Pat Fitzpatrick.

More than two in five postgraduate research students have seriously considered dropping out of their degree, mainly because of financial or personal issues, a major national survey reveals.

Every person has a different reaction to stress

Schools are often where children’s and adolescents’ mental health problems are identified, writes Dusana Dorjee.

Work stress takes its toll on your physical and mental health. You need to watch for the warning signs and to know your limits, says Aileen Lee

Because bacteria in the gut influence our emotions, Cork scientists have created a food that may alleviate anxiety and depression, says John Daly.

It is after midnight. Waves of sleep roll in as peace descends.

In the first episode, we meet Ger Renton, a full-time carer for her son Ethan who has a rare genetic condition, Hunter's Syndrome.

More doctors, dentists and pharmacists are seeking help for mental health and addiction problems.

Paul McGinley foresees more of golf’s young elite like Rory McIlroy suffering injuries because of the stress they are putting on their bodies.

In a new survey, Irish people have revealed who they view as their ideal celebrity party guest, as well as who they would like to share a kiss with under the mistletoe.

Ciara McDonnell usually gets caught up in the stresses of the festive season. Can advice from a wellness coach turn it into a more enjoyable experience?

Exams are still a major cause of stress for teenagers despite reforms aimed at tackling the issue, a survey has found.

Train your mind and body at the same time with this hot, new fusion workout, says Amanda Khouv.

As the latest craze sweeps the nation’s schools we watch carefully, writes Colm O’Regan. Apparently they’re called Fidget Spinners but the name’s not important.

Everyone gets stressed but constant stress can cause health issues, says Ella Walker.

Want to ease stress? New research shows that the fitter you are, the more likely that is to happen.

Cork scientists have uncovered a dietary mechanism to reverse the effects of stress.

The part of the brain linking stress to the risk of heart attack and stroke has been identified for the first time, researchers say.

A new survey shows 52% of people believe they are in the wrong career.

There may be more than brussels sprouts boiling over at home this Yule. Deirdre Reynolds asks relationship experts how to avoid festive fall-outs.