Stress hormones go up in runners and yet, under certain circumstances, these hormones don't affect the brain in a negative way.

This reinforces the idea that social support helps to lessen the negative consequences of stress.

That said, our study adds to the existing literature that positive social interactions can buffer the effects of stress on the body and brain.

OK, we've got you in a stress state.

Not knowing the truth about the circumstances that led to Keith's murder just makes it all the more difficult for us. All the family has ever wanted is to see justice done.

Unfortunately, the literature provides little guidance on which interventions, and under which circumstances, best reduce language barriers.