For firefighters, hypervigilance is a part of the job. The fire station is an environment where you must stay ready, not get ready. Your body is activated before your brain finishes the thought.

Being attentive to your surroundings and aware of your environment is a good thing: Knowing what’s around you keeps you safe. Being alert as you walk home after dark may help you avoid danger. Being ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Esophageal function is linked to hypervigilance/anxiety in patients with achalasia. Study results support ...