Aug 22, 2025
Whether real or just a test, emergency alerts activate the same neural circuits involved in real danger.
THE CONVERSATION -- Emergency alerts and news notifications can make us stressed and anxious — here’s what you can do to cope
BY INDU SUBRAMANIAN (FJHI '25) -- When there’s a disaster, it’s helpful to know what’s going on — and know whether you’re truly at risk. But as essential as emergency alert systems are, they can leave many of us feeling anxious — even when the alert may be a false alarm or test. READ MORE
