#stress-and-anxiety

#stress-and-anxiety

“Women are always looking for a way to unwind,” says Tess Finkle. “It's a tale as old as time.” As the founder of a high-powered Los Angeles agency with 20 years of PR experience, she knows stress firsthand. But while the quest to relax hasn't ended, the tools have changed. Alcohol isn't as huge as it once was, beta blocker prescriptions are on the rise, and traditional options like the spa are often too time-consuming or expensive.

Over the past year more than half of working moms (53%) have either called in sick, left work early, or underperformed at their job, due to lack of sleep. And it's not just a one-off incident for most of them: 36% said it's happened repeatedly.

Every dog owner will be familiar with the puppy eyes given at mealtimes. Whether it's a juicy piece of steak or a slice of cheese, nothing escapes their nose. But if they lick their lips it could be cause for concern, experts have warned. This behaviour doesn't always mean they're hungry - and it's actually a sign of stress or discomfort.