Psychology & Psychiatry
For new moms who rent, housing hardship and mental health are linked
Becoming a parent comes with lots of bills. For new mothers, being able to afford the rent may help stave off postpartum depression.
Mar 7, 2024
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Anxiety
Psychology & Psychiatry
Minoritized groups face high anxiety when taking part in research experiments
When participating in research studies, moderately anxious or highly anxious children from minoritized groups are likely to be hypervigilant to threat, further compounding the effects of their general state of anxiety, a ...
Mar 2, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
CBD found to ease anxiety without the risks of THC
Cannabis products high in the nonintoxicating compound CBD can quell anxiety better than THC-dominant products—and without the potential side effects, new University of Colorado Boulder research suggests.
Feb 27, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Intervention reduces likelihood of developing postpartum anxiety and depression by more than 70%, finds clinical trial
Results from a large clinical trial show that an intervention for anxiety provided to pregnant women living in Pakistan significantly reduced the likelihood of the women developing moderate-to-severe anxiety, depression, ...
Feb 26, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Emotionally resonant vibrotactile comfort objects as a calming social anxiety intervention
People who live with social anxiety could be given a helping hand to deal with their stress by the power of good vibrations, new research suggests.
Feb 26, 2024
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Ophthalmology
Vision impairment linked to several psychosocial outcomes in seniors
In adults 65 years and older, vision impairment is associated with psychosocial outcomes, including symptoms of depression, anxiety, and social isolation, according to a study published online Feb. 22 in JAMA Ophthalmology.
Feb 26, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
More intense exercise reduces post-concussion anxiety in teens, study finds
Returning to moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) after a concussion may play a vital role in helping teens feel less anxious while recovering from the injury, according to a new study from researchers in the Department ...
Feb 20, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Climate change is fueling a new type of anxiety, therapists say
When psychotherapist Caroline Hickman was asked to help a child overcome a fear of dogs, she introduced them to her Labradoodle, Murphy. "You get the child to feel confident in relation to the dog and teach the child skills ...
Feb 19, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Wildfires linked to surge in mental health-related emergency department visits, study shows
An Emory University study published Thursday in Nature Mental Health shows wildfires lead to an increase of anxiety-related emergency department visits in the western United States, amplifying the concerning parallel trajectory ...
Feb 16, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Researchers study how interactions between neurons and astrocytes may relate to anxiety
Anxiety is often attributed to an unconscious assessment of the environment and detection of potential danger. While moderate anxiety is therefore advantageous for survival, excessive anxiety can lead to psychiatric disorders.
Feb 15, 2024
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