There was a study with three groups.
one group had consistent supplies of food.
one group had fluctuating difficulty finding food.
one group had consistent difficulty finding food.
Stress levels were significantly higher in the middle group, that is the unpredictable experience.
I find this interesting, because I would have assumed the group that worked harder all the time would be more stressed.
Saturday, July 14
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Uncertainty seems to be the root of stress. More so than certain hardship anyway. May say something about stress in unexpected situations.
I find this a great social lens too.
the intention behind social program funding that is 'feast or famine' and policy that fluctuates creating uncertainty....
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