Researchers interested in the neurobiology of the acute stress response in humans require
a valid and reliable acute stressor that can be used under experimental conditions. The Trier …

Validated biological and psychological markers of acute stress in humans are an important
tool in translational research. The Trier Social Stress Test (TSST), involving public interview …

Salivary cortisol (sCort) and salivary alpha-amylase (sAA) constitute proxy measures of the
two major stress response systems, ie the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis and the …

Stress is an ubiquitous phenomenon with significant impact on human physiology when it
lasts too long, when it is too intense, or when it hits vulnerable individuals. Examining the …

This article is a comprehensive review of the literature pertaining to the antidepressant
effects and mechanisms of regular tea consumption. Meta-data supplemented with recent …

During recent years, a growing interest emerged in using salivary alpha-amylase (sAA) as a
non-invasive, surrogate marker for sympathetic activity. Numerous studies applying stress …

Resilience, the ability to overcome adversity and face stressful demands and experiences,
has been strongly associated with successful aging, a low risk of diseases and high mental …

Extensive experimental psychology research has attempted to parse the complex
relationship between psychosocial stress, mood, cognitive performance, and physiological …

Age-related differences in the psychophysiology of the acute stress response are poorly
understood given the limited number of studies and the high heterogeneity of findings. The …

The Trier Social Stress Test (TSST) is a well-established laboratory stressor leading to a
robust activation of the hypothalamus–pituitary–adrenal (HPA) axis. Existing control …