A new study by University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center found that patients seeking outpatient integrative health and medicine (IHM) care experience clinically meaningful reductions in symptoms of pain, anxiety, and stress after just one treatment. For all IHM modalities, patients with moderate-to-severe symptoms reported clinical...
SourceUniversity Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center·JournalGlobal Advances in Integrative Medicine and Health·DateMay 15, 2024
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A research team at Kyoto University found that interactive AI programs can reduce prejudice and anxiety among historically divided ethnic groups in Afghanistan during online interactions. Participants in the AI intervention group showed more engagement and significantly less prejudice and anxiety compared to the control group.
SourceKyoto University·JournalCommunications Psychology·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 10, 2024
A study reveals childhood maltreatment causes an estimated 41% of suicide attempts, 35% of self-harm cases, and 21% of depression in Australia. The researchers advocate for policy-driven prevention and interventions to address childhood abuse and neglect.
SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalJAMA Psychiatry·DateMay 8, 2024
Young survivors of childhood cancer experience prevalent symptoms years after diagnosis. Interventions to reduce caregiver anxiety and neighborhood adversity may alleviate symptom burden.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateMay 7, 2024
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A new study among Finnish ninth-graders identified four perfectionistic profiles associated with varying levels of psychological well-being. The study found that perfectionistic profiles, particularly those characterized by high concerns, are linked to poorer well-being, including burnout and anxiety symptoms.
SourceUniversity of Eastern Finland·JournalLearning and Individual Differences·DateMay 6, 2024
A new study found no correlation between increased social media use and decreased interaction with friends offline, contrary to previous assumptions. Children with symptoms of social anxiety who used social media excessively were at risk of developing poorer social skills.
SourceNorwegian University of Science and Technology·JournalComputers in Human Behavior·TypeSurvey·DateMay 2, 2024
A new study found that brief anger episodes can negatively impact blood vessel function, leading to increased risk of heart disease and stroke. The researchers investigated the effects of anger, sadness, and anxiety on blood vessel function and found that evoking an angered state led to blood vessel dysfunction.
SourceAmerican Heart Association·JournalJournal of the American Heart Association·DateMay 1, 2024
Men with prostate cancer who listened to mindfulness audio recordings during radiation therapy experienced significant reductions in fatigue, sleep problems, anxiety, and depressive symptoms. The study found that the mindfulness intervention was more effective than listening to relaxing music during treatment.
SourceNorthwestern University·JournalGlobal Advances in Integrative Medicine and Health·DateApr 30, 2024
A study of LGBTQ+ summer camp youth found that polyamorous teens reported higher levels of depressive symptoms than their peers. Many felt unsafe being open about their relationships in their home communities, highlighting the need for support and acceptance.
SourceWashington State University·JournalPsychology and Sexuality·DateApr 29, 2024
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A national US study found that nearly a quarter of children with symptoms of brain injuries or concussions were not checked for the condition. Younger children were more likely to be overlooked. Routine checks can help ensure these children receive necessary care and support their mental and social well-being.
SourceTaylor & Francis Group·JournalBrain Injury·TypeSurvey·DateApr 26, 2024
Researchers surveyed 260 chronic cannabis users, finding they are motivated to exert effort while high and not lazy. Chronic use also affects self-regulation, leading to increased impulsivity and decreased thoughtfulness.
SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalSocial Psychological and Personality Science·DateApr 26, 2024
A nationally representative study of 25,000 participants found that US adults with post-COVID-19 condition are more likely to experience depression and anxiety symptoms than the general population. Individuals with these symptoms reported higher rates of cost-related barriers to accessing mental health treatment.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateApr 25, 2024
Research found that low to moderate intensity exercise reduces depression risk by 23% and anxiety by 26%, while high-intensity exercise showed weaker effects. Moderate activities like gardening and walking were particularly effective in reducing depression risk.
SourceAnglia Ruskin University·JournalNeuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews·TypeMeta-analysis·DateApr 24, 2024
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Researchers at Max Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence have discovered a brain circuit that inhibits food intake during nausea. The circuit involves special nerve cells in the amygdala, which send appetite-suppressing signals to distant brain regions, resulting in a loss of appetite.
SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalCell Reports·DateApr 24, 2024
A new Northwestern Medicine study reveals that 73% of children with skin diseases face stigma and bullying, leading to impaired relationships and mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. The study suggests that clinicians should aggressively treat skin disorders in children and consider referral to evaluation and counseling.
SourceNorthwestern University·JournalJAMA Dermatology·TypeSurvey·DateApr 24, 2024
A study found that subtle differences in social media messages can influence young people's beliefs about depression and anxiety. Participants who read growth mindset tweets were more optimistic about treatment, while those reading fixed mindset tweets felt the conditions were more stable.
SourceOhio State University·JournalJournal of Clinical Psychology·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 23, 2024
A new clinical trial reveals that a novel writing therapy can significantly reduce cancer-related trauma, depression, anxiety, and hopelessness in late-stage cancer patients. By confronting their greatest fears through written exposure-based coping (EASE), participants experience improved mental well-being.
SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalJournal of Palliative Medicine·TypeObservational study·DateApr 22, 2024
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A study published in The Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology found that dietary adjustments, such as a low FODMAP diet and low-carbohydrate diets, resulted in significantly reduced IBS symptoms for over seven out of ten patients. In contrast, medication-based treatment showed fewer symptom improvements.
SourceUniversity of Gothenburg·JournalThe Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateApr 18, 2024
A study found that almost 17% of adolescents experience weight-related bullying online, with the highest rates reported by Twitter users. The survey also revealed a strong association between screen time, social media use, and weight-related bullying, with a 13% increase in bullying for every additional hour of screen time.
A study analyzing 8,384 clinical appointments found that women aged 45 are the majority of patients treated at public psychiatric outpatient clinics in Brazil. The patients had sadness, anxiety, and irritability as primary symptoms, with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors being commonly prescribed medications.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalFrontiers in Psychiatry·DateApr 11, 2024
A recent study published in PLOS Global Public Health found that individuals remaining in Ukraine during the ongoing war are more likely to experience anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) than refugees. Exposure to blasts and loss of community, housing, and economic resources contribute to these mental health issues.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Global Public Health·TypeSurvey·DateApr 11, 2024
A recent NIH study found that children living near natural spaces from birth experience fewer emotional issues between ages 2 and 5. Higher levels of green spaces were linked to lower anxiety and depression symptoms during this period.
SourceEnvironmental influences on Child Health Outcomes·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeObservational study·DateApr 10, 2024
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A study published in Psychiatry Research confirms that weight training improves symptoms of anxiety and depression in old people. The analysis of over 200 articles identified the types of training most indicated for these cases, recommending exercises done three times a week with short sets and proper structure.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalPsychiatry Research·DateApr 10, 2024
A noninvasive brain stimulation treatment, transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), improved depression and anxiety symptoms among older adults. The treatment benefits persisted at a one-year follow-up, particularly among those with moderate to severe state anxiety.
SourceUniversity of Florida·JournalBrain Stimulation·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateApr 10, 2024
A new study found that fluctuations in music chord predictions evoke specific bodily sensations, particularly in the heart and abdomen. Researchers also discovered a link between these sensations and feelings of pleasure, which could have applications for using music to improve well-being.
SourceUniversity of Tokyo·JournaliScience·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 4, 2024
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Researchers at UTEP used prairie voles to study depression, finding they exhibit changes in behavior similar to humans, including weight loss and anhedonia. The study suggests that social defeat stress can activate the voles' stress response and lead to symptoms of depression.
SourceUniversity of Texas at El Paso·JournalJournal of Affective Disorders·DateApr 4, 2024
A new study found that extending Medicaid eligibility for birthing people increases treatment for perinatal mood and anxiety disorder by 20.5 percentage points, compared to those with commercial insurance. Retaining postpartum Medicaid coverage also significantly lowers patients' out-of-pocket spending for mental healthcare.
SourceBoston University School of Public Health·JournalHealth Affairs·TypeObservational study·DateApr 3, 2024
A large multi-state study found COVID-19 vaccines are as effective for adults with anxiety or depression as for those without these conditions. Unvaccinated individuals with mental illness had a higher rate of hospitalization for COVID-19 than those without a psychiatric diagnosis.
SourceRegenstrief Institute·JournalInfluenza and Other Respiratory Viruses·DateApr 3, 2024
A new study by Boston University School of Public Health reveals that nearly half of Las Vegas concertgoers who survived the 2017 mass shooting experienced major depressive episodes within the past year. The study also found that over 63% of survivors reported post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms during the same time period.
SourceBoston University School of Public Health·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeObservational study·DateApr 2, 2024
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A massive study of over 200,000 participants found associations between metabolic dysregulation and long-term risk of depression, anxiety, and stress-related disorders. These findings suggest that individuals with metabolic issues may require closer follow-up for psychiatric diagnosis prevention.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateApr 2, 2024
A recent study found that mimicking participants' actions or words increased feelings of guilt, contradicting the assumption that it fosters social bonding and reduces negative emotions. The researchers suggest that therapists carefully consider the potential benefits and drawbacks of using mimicry in therapy.
SourceThe Polish Association of Social Psychology·JournalSocial Psychological Bulletin·DateApr 1, 2024
Researchers found that greater insecurity and anxiety trigger overly optimistic thinking, which can prevent people from taking necessary actions. Interventions reduced wishful thinking by making patterns easier to recognize or offering higher rewards for correct answers.
SourceUniversiteit van Amsterdam·JournalAmerican Economic Review·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 28, 2024
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A new study suggests that anxiety and depression in younger women may accelerate the development of cardiovascular risk factors, putting them at nearly par with men of the same age. The researchers found that these mental health conditions were associated with a much higher relative risk among young women than seen in other groups.
A recent Johns Hopkins Children's Center study reveals a significant negative impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on youth minority mental health. The research found increased rates of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts among adolescents in racial and ethnic minorities, with Black females showing a 90.2% increase in suicidal thoughts.
SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalAcademic Pediatrics·DateMar 26, 2024
A new study published in BMC Psychiatry explores the fear of depression recurrence (FoDR) among people with major depressive disorder. Researchers found that FoDR can lead to increased anxiety and negative mood changes, while also triggering avoidance behaviors.
SourceConcordia University·JournalBMC Psychiatry·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 26, 2024
A new nationwide study found that workplace policies prioritizing job flexibility and security can lead to healthier work environments, reducing stress and improving overall well-being. Employed adults with greater job flexibility and higher job security were less likely to experience serious psychological distress or anxiety.
SourceBoston University School of Public Health·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeObservational study·DateMar 26, 2024
A study of 18,000 adults found that greater job flexibility and security are associated with lower rates of serious psychological distress and anxiety. The research suggests that these factors can have a positive impact on mental health among working adults.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateMar 25, 2024
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Research highlights treating anxiety and depression in people with heart disease can significantly reduce emergency room visits, hospitalizations, and even death. The study found that talk therapy and antidepressant medications improved heart outcomes among those with blocked arteries or heart failure.
SourceAmerican Heart Association·JournalJournal of the American Heart Association·DateMar 20, 2024
A new study from Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center found that treating anxiety and depression significantly improves heart disease outcomes, with a 75% reduction in hospitalizations or emergency room visits. The study suggests a collaborative care model is essential for managing cardiovascular and mental health.
SourceOhio State University Wexner Medical Center·JournalJournal of the American Heart Association·DateMar 20, 2024
A study from the University of Surrey suggests that anxiety in girls and young women is connected to an imbalance between GABA and glutamate. As young women mature, the levels of GABA increase while those of glutamate decrease, indicating a vital indicator of anxiety levels.
SourceUniversity of Surrey·JournalDevelopmental Cognitive Neuroscience·DateMar 19, 2024
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A new pilot study explores the effectiveness of an artificial intelligence-supplemented Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Perfectionism (CBT-P) intervention for young people with anxiety and depression. The research suggests that AI tools could provide strong guidance through a therapy program, while parent support is also crucial in hel...
SourceFlinders University·JournalInternet Interventions·TypeCase study·DateMar 18, 2024
Researchers at Flinders University have discovered a bedtime nasal spray that can reduce the severity of sleep apnea in people and lower their blood pressure. The study found that the spray, which blocks potassium channels, improved oxygen levels and reduced markers of OSA severity in 7 out of 10 participants.
SourceFlinders University·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateMar 15, 2024
A single mindfulness and compassion session significantly reduced symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress in participants one week later. The study, conducted on 91 individuals, demonstrated the efficacy of a single session mindfulness-based intervention.
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A new study finds that individuals who received therapy for anxiety prior to the COVID-19 pandemic did not experience an increase in anxiety symptoms during its peak. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) provided tools to manage symptoms, according to researchers.
SourceMcLean Hospital·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeObservational study·DateMar 13, 2024
A four-year study by Dartmouth researchers tracks changes in student mental health during college, identifying key populations and stressors. The study found that first-year and female students are at risk for high anxiety and low self-esteem, while sophomores experience increased social activity but higher stress levels.
SourceDartmouth College·JournalProceedings of the ACM on Interactive Mobile Wearable and Ubiquitous Technologies·TypeObservational study·DateMar 13, 2024
Spending time with dogs increases alpha-band oscillations, associated with relaxed wakefulness, and beta-band oscillation strength, linked to heightened concentration. Participants reported reduced fatigue, depression, and stress after dog-related activities.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 13, 2024
A study published in Journal of Psychosomatic Research suggests that short-term biofeedback therapy can alleviate certain symptoms of long COVID, including physical and mental health issues. Participants reported significant improvements after six sessions of biofeedback therapy.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·JournalJournal of Psychosomatic Research·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 13, 2024
A new treatment has been shown to reduce mental health difficulties in children with epilepsy compared to standard care. The Mental Health Intervention for Children with Epilepsy (MICE) treatment uses a modular approach to treat multiple conditions simultaneously, reducing the likelihood of psychiatric disorders by 40%.
SourceUniversity College London·JournalThe Lancet·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateMar 7, 2024
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A new review paper from Brigham and Women's Hospital concludes that menopause does not uniformly elevate the risk of depression and other mental health conditions. Certain groups, such as those with a history of depression or severe sleep disturbances, are more likely to experience depressive symptoms during menopause.
SourceMass General Brigham·JournalThe Lancet·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 5, 2024
A new study reveals that coaches who display 'authentic leadership' qualities, such as empathy and understanding, can strengthen athletes' mental health. This is particularly important for high-level athletes competing at national, international, or university leagues.
SourceUniversity of Birmingham·JournalPsychology of Sport and Exercise·TypeObservational study·DateMar 5, 2024
A Curtin University study reveals Australian Gen Z's major concerns about climate change, manifesting as anxiety, fear, and feelings of powerlessness. The study suggests that while online activism is important, Gen Z may need to engage in more traditional areas of activism to drive meaningful change.
SourceCurtin University·JournalSustainable Earth Reviews·TypeSurvey·DateMar 4, 2024
A UC Riverside-led study found that moderately anxious children from minoritized groups are hypervigilant to threats, exacerbating their general state of anxiety. The study used MRI scanners and involved preadolescent Latina girls from low-income families.
SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalBMC Psychiatry·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 1, 2024
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A study by Osaka University researchers found that Japanese liberals are more sensitive to collective ownership threats than conservatives. The study suggests that this sensitivity may deter countries from engaging in activities that infringe on the territorial integrity of others.
SourceOsaka University·JournalPeace and Conflict Journal of Peace Psychology·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 28, 2024
A new study from the University of Toronto found an association between poor sleep and symptoms of muscle dysmorphia among Canadian young adults. Participants who reported greater muscle dysmorphia symptoms had shorter sleep duration and difficulty falling or staying asleep more than half the time.
SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalSleep Health·DateFeb 27, 2024
Researchers found that CBD-dominant products reduced anxiety symptoms and improved mood without the intoxicating effects of THC. The study suggests that CBD may provide a safer alternative for treating anxiety disorders.
SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalCannabis and Cannabinoid Research·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateFeb 27, 2024
A University of Waterloo study found that urban spaces with nature elements can significantly reduce anxiety and boost positive outcomes in adolescents. After just two minutes in a natural setting, youth scores decreased by up to 13%.
SourceUniversity of Waterloo·JournalCities & Health·DateFeb 27, 2024
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A large clinical trial found that an intervention for pregnant women in Pakistan significantly reduced the likelihood of developing moderate-to-severe anxiety and depression after birth. The intervention, led by Dr. Pamela J. Surkan, was administered by non-specialized providers and showed promising results.
SourceNIH/National Institute of Mental Health·JournalNature Medicine·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateFeb 26, 2024
A new study found that mass shooting lockdown drills help children who have been exposed to violence feel safer, contradicting previous research conclusions. Lockdown drills may be a way to help students who have been exposed to violence feel safer in schools.
SourceTaylor & Francis Group·JournalJournal of School Violence·TypeSurvey·DateFeb 23, 2024
A new study finds women in healthcare occupations endure significantly more stress and burnout compared to their male counterparts. Job satisfaction and better work-life balance can mitigate this stress. The analysis also highlights the need for healthcare employers and policymakers to develop solutions to prevent burnout.
SourceGeorge Washington University·JournalGlobal Advances in Integrative Medicine and Health·DateFeb 22, 2024
Delta opioid receptors play a crucial role in anxiety development, and research reveals its therapeutic effects in animal models. KNT-127, a DOP agonist, reduces anxiety-like behavior by suppressing glutamatergic transmission, offering new potential for treating anxiety disorders.
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalNeuropsychopharmacology Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 22, 2024
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