The impressive facade of the main church at Saint Meinrad Archabbey looks like it was taken straight out of Europe. Twin steeples topped by golden crosses loom over the rural Indiana landscape. During the holiday season, it's a place of healing, as some St. Meinrad monks help people cope with their grief.

On the 21st: We got the latest on the recent layoffs at two Illinois Caterpillar sites and learned about the state’s long term business climate. Plus, we talked to a primatologist, who will be speaking at The Pygmalion Festival about animals and stress.

Guest: Thea Singer.

When we poke and prod at our gray hairs and wrinkles, we don't normally think of stress as being their cause. In fact, says science journalist Thea Singer, the true culprit may not just be the wear and tear of age, but chronic stress. Today on Focus, she'll explain some of the research that led her to these findings, and offer tips on recognizing and treating stress.