Articles tagged with Anxiety
A mindfulness app training program reduced physician anxiety by 57% and emotional exhaustion by 20%, suggesting its potential to treat burnout as well. The study's findings support the use of digital therapeutics like apps-based treatments for low-cost, widely disseminated interventions.
A new study reveals that people with avoidant attachment styles are less likely to share food or form intimate relationships due to trust concerns. In contrast, those with secure attachment styles exhibit greater willingness to share food and engage in prosocial behavior.
A recent study by Washington State University researchers found that more than 50% of college students reported experiencing coughing fits, anxiety, and/or paranoia while using cannabis. The study also identified the most distressing adverse reactions, which included panic attacks, fainting, and vomiting.
Women with postpartum psychiatric disorders are less likely to have more children, with 69% still choosing to have a second child. The study found that nearly half of women with psychiatric problems had a reduced live birth rate due to hospitalization or fear of relapse.
Separation anxiety in dogs is caused by four key forms of distress: getting away from something, wanting to get outside, reacting to external noises, and boredom. Understanding these root causes is crucial for effective treatment.
A study published in PLOS ONE found that an online program for women with infertility doubled their pregnancy rate, comparable to in-person programs. The Mind/Body Program offers ten hour-long modules of instruction covering stress management, relaxation techniques, and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Two new studies link childhood obesity to a higher risk of mortality in early adulthood, as well as increased rates of anxiety and depression. The research highlights the need for specific prevention tools and long-term treatment to address these risks.
A study found that patients who listened to music for 30 minutes a day had lower levels of anxiety and pain, as well as reduced rates of certain heart conditions. Music therapy was more effective than standard treatment alone in reducing these symptoms.
A study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology suggests that severe acne can lead to depression and anxiety, especially in females. The research highlights the importance of optimal acne management, including isotretinoin treatment, to mitigate these risks.
A Rutgers study of people with serious mental illness found that physical health problems are a greater barrier to job seeking than psychological health issues. Chronic unemployment can exacerbate stress, anxiety, and depression, and reduce access to care for managing both physical and mental conditions.
A new study reveals that children and teenagers worry about political issues, with concerns spanning environmental issues, gun violence, and racial/ethnic minorities. While the worry may not be harmful in moderation, caregivers of youth with anxiety disorders should be aware of its potential impact.
Researchers at Ohio State University analyzed 27 studies on gratitude interventions and found that they had limited value in relieving anxiety and depression. Instead, they recommend treatments like cognitive behavioral therapy for these issues.
Persistent sleep difficulties in infancy are associated with heightened risks of childhood anxieties and emotional disorders. Infants with persistent severe sleep problems are nearly three times as likely to have emotional problem symptoms when they are 4 years old.
A study of 13,700 Finnish pet dogs found that 72.5% displayed anxiety-like traits or behavioral issues, including aggression and fearfulness. The most common anxiety traits were noise sensitivity and fear.
A new study found that partners with relationship anxiety before having a child are more likely to feel jealous of the baby. The research suggests that expectant parents should be aware of their relationship style before having their first baby, as this may help them deal with feelings more constructively.
A study by the University of Arizona found that individuals with high romantic attachment anxiety and avoidance report low life satisfaction, relationship satisfaction, and financial satisfaction. They also engage in more irresponsible financial behaviors and perceive their partners' financial behaviors as irresponsible.
Researchers at IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca found that transcendental meditation reduces anxiety and stress levels. The study used fMRI to measure brain activity and connectivity in healthy young volunteers who practiced TM for three months.
A study published in Endocrine Connections found that mindfulness-based therapy can lead to greater weight loss and reduced stress in obese children compared to a calorie-restricted diet alone. The therapy was found to counteract the negative effects of anxiety on weight loss.
Research found that highly stressed pregnant women experience similar brain development alterations as those with prenatal detected heart defects, regardless of their socioeconomic status. The study suggests high maternal stress and depression levels can affect fetal brain structure and function.
A long-term follow-up study found that psilocybin therapy significantly improves emotional and existential distress in cancer patients, with sustained benefits lasting nearly five years. The study's results suggest that psilocybin may provide a useful tool for enhancing the effectiveness of psychotherapy.
Researchers at the University of Turku studied how horror movies affect brain activity and found that unseen threats are the scariest. The study revealed that brains continuously anticipate and prepare for action in response to threat, making horror movies an effective way to enhance excitement.
People with acquired facial paralysis experience higher rates of depression and anxiety due to stigma and loss of identity. Research suggests that greater protections against discrimination are needed to alleviate psychological distress.
Researchers found no depression or anxiety from dementia screening in older adults. The study also showed that screening did not reduce emergency department visits and hospitalizations. Dementia screening provides awareness for patients and families to take action, including advance care planning.
Researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center found a molecule produced by the brain that reduces anxiety-causing connections between two brain regions. This discovery could lead to pharmacologic treatments regulating anxiety and depressive symptoms in people with stress-related anxiety disorders.
A study found that pregnant women with congenital heart disease (CHD) are more likely to test positive for stress, anxiety, and depression, which can impair fetal brain development. The study suggests that routine screening for psychological distress is crucial during prenatal care.
A Yale University study has identified six genetic variants linked to anxiety in approximately 200,000 military veterans. The research provides the first convincing molecular explanation for the coexistence of anxiety and depression, suggesting shared genetic risks.
A new study using VA Million Veteran Program data identified five locations on the human genome related to anxiety risk in Americans of European descent and one in African Americans. The findings could lead to new understanding and treatment of anxiety disorders, which affect 1 in 10 Americans.
Researchers examined how children's psychological characteristics interact with their parents' characteristics and family dynamics to affect nutrition intervention outcomes. The study found a significant impact of strong family dynamics on improved nutritional interventions, while weak family dynamics led to minimal changes.
A study of over 2,500 people in the US and China identified 13 universal emotional responses to music, including amusement, joy, and relaxation. The research provides a framework for understanding how music evokes emotions across cultures and has potential applications in psychology, therapy, and music streaming services.
Researchers found that implanted neurostimulators can record brain data during anxiety attacks, guiding therapy changes to reduce negative symptoms caused by seizures. Five patients with epilepsy showed improvements in treating neuropsychiatric comorbidities through data analysis and counseling.
A study by Tohoku University researchers reveals that ancestral VMAT1 proteins exhibited increased neurotransmitter uptake, potentially linked to higher levels of anxiety or depression. The findings suggest that our ancestors may have been able to withstand higher levels of anxiety.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) reduces anxiety levels in patients with social anxiety disorder while increasing protective enzymes telomerase and glutathione peroxidase. This may protect cells against oxidative stress and cellular aging.
Experts recommend developing more intuitive applications with signposting and instructions to help older adults feel comfortable navigating online banking. Self-sufficiency and technological anxiety influence behavior, making it essential to increase confidence and reduce anxiety through clear communication and usability guarantees.
Researchers from Brigham and Women's Hospital develop a computational approach to study anxiety, uncovering over 209 genes with varying activity across anxiety categories. The study identifies new targets for drug development, including genes related to synaptic plasticity, hormones, and G-protein coupled receptors.
Researchers found that teenage girls with clinical levels of anxiety are twice as likely to engage in regular fasting and develop anorexia nervosa. The study suggests that anxiety may precede the onset of severe restrictive eating behaviors, making it a potential early indicator of eating disorders.
A recent study published in Cephalalgia highlights an overlooked relationship between migraine and exercise. Anxiety sensitivity is found to be associated with physical activity avoidance in women with probable migraine, particularly with vigorous intensity.
Researchers found that pre-operative depression and anxiety can lead to poorer outcomes after hip surgery, including increased pain and slower recoveries. The study proposes screening for mental health issues before hip surgery to improve treatment outcomes.
A study at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) suggests that pindolol, a blood pressure medication, can reduce anxiety-like behavior and neurogenic maladaptations in mice with long-term heavy alcohol consumption. The drug also restores damage caused by alcohol to new and immature neurons in the brain.
Researchers at Yale University discovered that safety signals, such as symbols or sounds not associated with danger, can relieve anxiety. This approach differs from behavioral therapy and may be an effective way to augment current therapies for anxiety-related disorders.
A study by researchers at the University of Montreal found that adolescents who spent more time on social media, television, and computers experienced increased anxiety symptoms. Decreasing screen time was linked to reduced anxiety. The study suggests limiting screen time may be a way to help teens manage anxiety.
A role-playing experiment involving over 300 women from multiple countries suggests that female self-sexualization is linked to income inequality and social status anxiety. The study supports the hypothesis that social climbing and status competition drive sexualization among women.
Women's appearance enhancement is driven by status anxiety and income inequality, according to research. In economically unequal societies, participants chose more revealing outfits due to social status anxiety, using attractiveness as a strategy to climb the social hierarchy.
Research reveals that adolescent binge drinking can lead to altered gene expression, increasing susceptibility to anxiety and alcohol use disorders in adulthood. Targeting specific microRNAs may be a new approach to undoing the damage of early-life alcohol exposure.
Research led by NC State University found that early life exposure to flame retardants increases anxiety and affects socioemotional behaviors in prairie voles. The study, published in Neurotoxicology and Teratology, highlights the potential risks of chemical flame retardants on neurological development and social behavior.
A study published by Aalto University found that mothers with high pregnancy-related anxiety gave birth to babies who had reduced brain responses to sad-sounding speech. The effect was more pronounced in mid-pregnancy, suggesting a potential link between maternal anxiety and infant emotional development.
Children and teens with abnormal heart rhythms are at a higher risk of developing depression, anxiety, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). A study found that over 20% of kids with arrhythmias had been prescribed medication for these conditions, compared to 5% of children with sickle cell disease.
A new study from the University of Bristol found a significant association between generalized anxiety disorder at age 18 and harmful drinking three years later. The research used data from the Children of the 90s cohort to investigate the relationship between anxiety, drinking motives, and alcohol use.
A new study published in Nature Human Behaviour found that deep sleep can calm the anxious brain by reorganizing connections. Participants who got more nighttime deep sleep experienced lower anxiety levels the next day, suggesting a strong causal connection between sleep and anxiety.
A systematic review of 31 trials found that omega-3 supplements offered no benefit in preventing depression or anxiety symptoms. The research team analyzed data from over 41,470 participants and concluded that the supplements should not be encouraged as a treatment for these conditions.
Prescriptions for benzodiazepines and Z-drugs are significantly higher in the most deprived GP practice populations, with a 45% increase compared to the least deprived. The association between prescribing rates and socioeconomic deprivation persisted even after accounting for demographic differences.
A new BYU study found that the amount of time teenagers spend on social media is not directly related to their anxiety and depression levels. Researchers analyzed data from 500 youth aged 13-20 over eight years, finding no strong correlation between increased social media use and mental health outcomes.
Researchers found a correlation between dysfunctional microglia and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) behaviors in mice. Female sex hormones exacerbated symptoms, indicating a potential genetic link to anxiety disorders.
A study found that many women and healthcare providers believe CBD is safe during pregnancy, but there is no evidence to support this claim. Researchers urge pregnant women and providers to be cautious about using CBD due to potential interactions with other medications.
A study published in Biological Psychiatry found that mindfulness meditation training enhances the ability to recall a 'safety' memory, leading to reduced fear and anxiety. The researchers used MRI scans to examine changes in the brain associated with attention and memory following mindfulness meditation training.
A study found that 18% of cardiac rehab patients had moderate to severe depression, anxiety, or stress. These conditions were associated with higher rates of dropout from rehabilitation and reduced improvements in symptoms. Clinicians are urged to screen for mental health issues and offer additional support.
New research reveals a striking proportion of psoriasis patients remain untreated, with doctors investing too little time into patients. The study found that over half of patients are not currently visiting a physician to help with treatment, indicating a need for improved care and patient engagement.
Family members and caregivers of young children with atopic dermatitis experience mild to moderate severity anxiety and depression, affecting up to 74%. The study found no association between disease severity and anxiety/depression scores, highlighting the need for holistic management of the condition.
A study by the University of Waterloo found that anticipating performance at work or school can hinder memory recall. The presence of an audience may also contribute to this effect. Researchers suggest strategies like presenting first to avoid pre-performance anxiety.
Researchers found that individuals with generalized anxiety disorder were more sensitive to emotional shifts and experienced anxiety during relaxation exercises. This sensitivity was linked to feeling anxious while being led through relaxation sessions.
Research reveals how CBD inhibits emotional processing in rats exposed to THC, reducing anxiety behaviors. The study proposes a bi-directional control of ERK1-2 phosphorylation as the key mechanism behind these findings.