by BeWell Penn State Health | Jun 18, 2025 | Physical Wellness, Topics
Stress and pain are deeply intertwined, affecting both physical sensations and psychological wellbeing. When you’re under stress, your body can release chemicals that alter how your brain perceives pain. This relationship is complex. Sometimes, stress can exacerbate...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Jun 11, 2025 | Physical Wellness, Topics
If you live with migraine, one of the best things that you can do is identify your triggers. You can’t always avoid triggers, but understanding what they are and how they affect you is the first step to finding relief. Once you’ve isolated the trigger, you...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Jun 4, 2025 | Physical Wellness, Topics
Headaches are the most common form of pain and a significant reason for missed work, school days and doctor visits. Without proper treatment, headaches can be severe and interfere with daily activities. They can range in frequency and severity. Some individuals...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Mar 26, 2025 | Physical Wellness, Topics
The CDC recommends between 7 and 9 hours of sleep each night for adults, but many are falling short of this. And once sleeplessness becomes a pattern, you may not even realize your performance of daily tasks becomes impaired. This is what happens to your brain when...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Mar 19, 2025 | Physical Wellness, Topics
In a perfect world, a filling, nutrient-rich dinner would keep you satisfied throughout the night. But sometimes, it’s not enough and you feel a little peckish before bed. That’s ok! It’s important to listen to those hunger cues to make sure you’re not going to bed...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Mar 12, 2025 | Physical Wellness, Topics
Do you have trouble falling asleep, or do you wake up feeling groggy and unrested? An estimated three out of four American adults have trouble sleeping. To celebrate World Sleep Day, take a moment to explore some simple solutions to help you wake up feeling refreshed....
