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Blood vessel growth factor alleviates anxious behaviors in mouse study

Anxiety disorders, characterized by an excessive apprehension about real or perceived threats and dysfunctional behaviors aimed at avoiding these threats, are among the most common mental health conditions. Estimates suggest ...

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Neurons in amygdala found to regulate social behavior with strangers

Researchers at the University of Tsukuba have identified neurons that are essential for mice to engage in social interactions with novel individuals.

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Study finds OCD patients' decision making mirrors general population

Although obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) can be treated, research has shown that people with the disorder tend to have a lower quality of life than neurotypical people. Many struggle to achieve the same levels of education ...

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Advice for staying well during a breakup era

Breakups hurt. So, with January being a prime month for breakups, according to some very unscientific internet lore, American Heart Association News checked in with serious academic experts about how to cope.

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How the LA wildfires are impacting children and families

The emotional and physical well-being of children impacted by L.A."s wildfire disaster is a major concern for parents and health care professionals. USC experts discuss how to safeguard children's respiratory and mental health.

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Ease seasonal affective disorder with exercise routine

As the days start getting shorter and darker, people might feel impacted by seasonal affective disorder (SAD). The downturn in mood that happens with the change in light is likely associated with decreased levels of neurotransmitters, ...

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Extreme heat tied to postpartum depression in Southern California

Exposure to extreme heat has been shown to impact mental health in previous epidemiological studies, but there are a very limited number of studies that investigate the relationship between high-temperature exposure and mental ...

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Scientists map how plant-based psychedelic affects fear circuits

As interest in psychedelic medicine grows, researchers have synthesized a decade of evidence to understand how ayahuasca influences fear and anxiety in the brain. A review published in Psychedelics consolidates findings from ...

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International study challenges idea of innate morality

The question as to whether morality is innate has been hotly debated in developmental psychology for decades. Studies have yielded mixed results, although a series of studies suggested that infants already have an understanding ...

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Art and culture linked to improved health and well-being

Postdoctoral researcher Taru-Anneli Koivisto and visiting researcher Taru Tähti from the University of the Arts Helsinki explored the potential of art and cultural activities to enhance the health and well-being of various ...

Oncology & Cancer

New clinical pathway supports cancer recurrence anxiety

Researchers have developed a three-step plan to support those burdened by the intense fear of cancer recurrence. This plan offers a consistent, streamlined approach to managing recurrence anxiety, empowering patients to regain ...

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Music can change how you feel about the past

Have you ever noticed how a particular song can bring back a flood of memories? Maybe it's the tune that was playing during your first dance, or the anthem of a memorable road trip.