Effects of stress on health and aging: Two paradoxes

Although older adults are thought to experience more stress and to be more vulnerable to its adverse effects, they often report less stress than younger adults and sometimes show more resilience. Paradoxically, while stress sometimes has long-term positive effects on well-being, studies differ as to...

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Main Authors: Carolyn M. Aldwin, Loriena A. Yancura
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources 2008-05-01
Series:California Agriculture
Online Access:http://calag.ucanr.edu/archive/?article=ca.v064n04p183