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Uncertainty can be more stressful than clear negative feedback (EurekAlert!) |
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Thursday, 20 November 2008 |
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( Association for Psychological Science ) We are faced with uncertainty every day. Will our investments pay off? Will we get the promotions we are hoping for? When faced with the unknown, most people experience some degree of anxiety and discomfort. Exactly how much anxiety someone experiences during uncertain times depends on his or her personality profile.
Stocks fall on auto bailout anxiety (Reuters via Yahoo! News)
Stocks fell on Wednesday as financial shares tumbled and uncertainty over a possible rescue for the auto industry fueled concerns about the deepening economic slump.
Calming Health Anxiety (BruDirect.com)
One of four people with a chronic medical condition such as back pain, heart disease or multiple sclerosis becomes so obsessed and worried about their health problem that they suffer health anxiety.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 20 November 2008 )
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