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08/29/2018 / By David Williams

PTSD in birds: Living with noise pollution gives them chronic stress, hypervigilance, anxiety

Can animals show symptoms just like humans do when suffering from conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? It’s more likely than you think. As it turns out, birds can be under so much stress that they start to exhibit signs of PTSD, even if only temporarily. This is according to a study conducted by […]

06/11/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Study: Air pollution may be causing more people to commit petty crimes

Air pollution is known for negatively impacting the lives of many. It causes several health problems such as increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, lung cancer, and respiratory issues. More than that, it’s really bad for the environment. But recently, another adverse effect of air pollution was added to the list. In a study published […]

08/21/2017 / By Tracey Watson

Is this why so many city dwellers have health issues? Air pollution found to radically increase stress hormones and alter metabolism

There really is something to be said for getting out into the fresh country air for a day. There is a tangible difference in how much better one feels in the country than in the city, especially if you have a very demanding job. While the stresses and strains of fast-paced city life may partly […]

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