Research on anxiety and how to ease it. Covers cognitive-behavior programs, virtual reality, stress-response cells, and health-related worry.
A new study found that hospital distress, particularly depression and anxiety, can predict poor heart attack outcomes and quality of life. Distressed patients reported more chest pain, poorer overall well-being, and increased healthcare usage.
A two-decade study found that depression and anxiety are associated with an increased risk of developing hypertension. The risk was highest among black women, who faced a substantially higher risk compared to white women and men. Controlling for other risk factors did not change the result.
A study by Yale researchers found that 24% of elderly people experience recurring dizziness, which may be caused by multiple problems. The condition, referred to as a geriatric syndrome, can be effectively treated by identifying and addressing contributing factors.
A new study suggests that open family discussion about stressful thoughts and feelings can improve emotional well-being in kidney transplant patients. Patients who felt their families were supportive reported fewer symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Research suggests that emergency rooms can reduce children's pain and anxiety during procedures by using techniques such as topical anesthesia, nitrous oxide, and psychological interventions. Effective communication with parents is also crucial in minimizing their own anxiety while ensuring their child's comfort.
A study of 121 healthy young women found that those with low cholesterol levels were more likely to score high on measures of depression and anxiety. Researchers suggest that brain cells with low cholesterol have fewer serotonin receptors, which can lead to mood disturbances.
A recent study published in Psychosomatic Medicine found that 39% of women with naturally low cholesterol levels scored high on a depression scale, while 35% scored similarly high on an anxiety scale. The study also linked low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and triglyceride concentrations to depression and anxiety.
A new study by Ohio State University researchers found that boys tend to fear animals, supernatural phenomena, and safety more often than girls, who fear natural phenomena such as thunderstorms and the dark. The study used human-figure drawings and questionnaires to assess anxiety levels in 86 children aged 8-12.
Research shows that boys tend to overestimate their school performance, but girls often underestimate it, with girls' underestimation linked to depression and anxiety. The study found a strong correlation between children's self-estimations and emotional problems, emphasizing the importance of addressing these issues.
A recent study found that excessively frequent breast self-examinations may reduce detection efficacy and increase false-positive findings. Women with a family history of breast cancer who examine themselves daily or weekly showed the highest levels of general anxiety.
Research suggests that individuals with high anxiety sensitivity are more likely to develop psychological problems or physical illness. Women cadets with high anxiety sensitivity were particularly likely to end up in counseling during basic training.
A study found that breast cancer survivors who exercised regularly experienced significant reductions in depression and anxiety, with improved mental health outcomes. The sooner they started exercising after surgery, the greater impact on their mental well-being.
Researchers have found that increased electrical activity in the right posterior of the brain reflects panic attacks, while more activity in the left frontal section is associated with worry. This study may clear up years of confusing research on anxiety.
Researchers found exercise had a significant impact on anxiety levels compared to sitting still, contradicting the notion that distractions can reduce stress. The study involved 34 college students who exercised in various settings and reported lower anxiety after exercise, with a peak at 15 minutes post-exercise.
A study led by Johns Hopkins researchers found that positive messages nearly doubled the pain threshold and tolerance of both groups, while negative messages lowered it. The results suggest that addressing both biological and emotional causes is crucial for pain treatment.