Associations of work stress with hair cortisol concentrations – initial findings from a prospective study
Published Mar 1, 2018 · R. Herr, C. Almér, A. Loerbroks
Psychoneuroendocrinology
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Study Snapshot
Key takeawayWork stress is associated with increased hair cortisol levels over time, but this effect is less robust when considering time-invariant factors like genetics and hair color.
PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)
Sample size24
MethodsObservational
OutcomesBody Mass Index projections
ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.
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