Mental Disorders: News and Research on Phobic Disorders

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What social rejection teaches your brain

Though painful, social rejection can be a powerful learning tool, new USC research suggests. The study, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, uncovers the neurological mechanisms that influence how ...

Study finds fear of exercise common in heart failure patients

Cardiovascular disease, including heart failure, is the most common cause of death in Germany. Older people with pre-existing conditions are particularly affected by heart failure. The heart is no longer able to pump enough ...

New book addresses a largely ignored problem: Social anxiety

We all have some social anxiety. The nervousness we might feel before giving a speech is one example. Some people, however, have more social anxiety than others, and limit their social engagement due to excessive chronic ...

Helping kids with anxiety through exposure therapy

It's normal for kids to feel anxious sometimes. When these feelings get too big and help is needed, experts often suggest cognitive behavioral therapy. According to a recent study at Mayo Clinic, guiding kids through parent-coached ...

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