Autism spectrum disorders
Autism still underdiagnosed in girls and women, compounding the challenges they face
Being autistic, but not diagnosed, can lead to a lifetime of struggles and being misunderstood for women.
Feb 9, 2022
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Risk factors linked to anxiety disorders differ between men and women during the pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic is an anxiety-inducing stressor that affects every aspect of our daily lives. A new Canadian study has found that the pandemic-related risk-factors associated with anxiety differ between men and women.
Feb 8, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Could a virtual companion soothe social anxiety?
A lot of people feel less anxious in a frightening situation if they don't have to face it alone. But what if these people suffer from social anxiety—a disorder characterized by fears of embarrassing themselves in social ...
Jan 18, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Consuming traditional media has little impact on well-being: study
Consuming traditional forms of media—including books, music and television—has little effect on short-term adult well-being, according to a new study published in Scientific Reports.
Jan 6, 2022
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Unsung heroes of the pandemic: Dogs
(HealthDay)—Coping with the isolation, fear and sadness of the pandemic may have been a little easier if you had a trusting and loving dog by your side.
Dec 16, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Got pandemic anxiety? You might relate more to COVID memes than non-anxious people
Public health measures to combat COVID, such as lockdowns, quarantines and social distancing, have made many people anxious. In many countries, including the UK studies found that rates of anxiety and depression rose following ...
Nov 23, 2021
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Anxiety cues found in the brain despite safe environment
Imagine you are in a meadow picking flowers. You know that some flowers are safe, while others have a bee inside that will sting you. How would you react to this environment and, more importantly, how would your brain react? ...
Nov 12, 2021
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How does the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic affect mental health?
Leading experts have cautioned that prolonged effects of the COVID-19 pandemic may cause serious mental health problems. To deal with these problems, this study tracked nine psychiatric symptoms in the general population. ...
Nov 11, 2021
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Psychology & Psychiatry
The importance of social support during pregnancy
Whether it is a cup of tea and a chat, the loan of some baby equipment in preparation for the new arrival, or a hug when things seem overwhelming, social support from family and friends can make a big difference to the wellbeing ...
Nov 5, 2021
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Appearance fixation linked to dating anxiety
New research has discovered that young adults who are more focused on and concerned about their appearance are more likely to suffer from anxiety when dating.
Nov 5, 2021
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