Reducing Stress, Yelling Less
The hustle and bustle of the holidays often creates a “perfect storm” of stress for parents and children. Stress can have many negative physical and emotional consequences including irritability and short tempers. In this episode, Nurse Rona and guests discuss how to reduce stress and yell less during the holiday season, and all year round.
• Troy DuFrene, a writer specializing in psychology, food, and travel writing.
• Julie Kurtz, executive director of the Newark/Fremont branch YMCA.
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