Feeling in control boosts stress management, study finds
Feeling in control can significantly boost your ability to manage daily stress, says a new study.
Why it matters
- Perceived control helps resolve daily stressors.
- Effect increases with age, benefiting older adults more.
By the numbers
- Study included over 1,700 adults.
- 62% more likely to resolve stressors with higher perceived control.
- 61% likelihood at start, increasing to 65% after 10 years.
The big picture
- Perceived control is dynamic and can be strengthened.
- Strategies like setting priorities can enhance perceived control.
What they're saying
- Small boosts in perceived control can improve stress management.
- Effect varies day by day.
Caveats
- Based on self-reported data, which can be subjective.
- Effect might vary by stressor type and severity, though study found no variation.
What’s next
- Explore perceived control's impact on chronic stress.
- Develop practical strategies to enhance perceived control.