https://library.icmglt.org/files/original/4db309aa77ec0378fdeaee77d7d83af3.pdf 366206f6804171337d7f28c1e9dfe863 Electronic Resource View Source <a href="https://doi.org/10.3390/humans4040021">https://doi.org/10.3390/humans4040021</a> Document Type Journal article Author(s) Elizabeth Bingham Thomas, Nicolette M. Edwards, Jaxson D. Haugh, K. Ann Horsburgh Volume Vol. 4 Issue No. 4 Publisher Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) Journal Name Humans Publication Date 2024 Language English Access Open Access Abstract This paper outlines advances in biocultural approaches to anthropology by discussing anthropological approaches to understanding stress, how anthropologists have typically measured stress, and why it matters for anthropology and beyond. We discuss the application of common quantification techniques such as the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) and biomarkers of psychosocial stress from abnormal hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal (HPA) axis activity. We highlight case studies that demonstrate the utility of a biocultural approach to stress across a range of topics—(i) childhood effects, (ii) non-human animals, (iii) depression and anxiety, (iv) migration, and (v) religion—as well as the complexities in the relationship between perceived and biological stress. We conclude by highlighting several areas where we have seen significant advances and point to approaches in other disciplines that anthropology might incorporate to its benefit. Cataloger Robin Cole Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Advances in Biocultural Approaches to Understanding Stress in Humans Subject The topic of the resource Stress in children Biological Stress Biomarkers Health Perceived Stress Psychosocial Stress