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Study finds victims of bullying are at increased risk of experiencing sleep disturbances

Many children who are bullied suffer in silence. The trauma can lead to anxiety, depression, psychotic episodes and even suicide.

5 May 2014

No increased HPV-linked oral cancer risk for long-term partners, says study

Partners of patients diagnosed with human papilloma virus (HPV)-positive oropharyngeal cancer (OPC) were no more likely to test positive for oral HPV infection than people in the general population, according to a study published in the April 28 online edition of the Journal of Clinical Oncology.

2 May 2014

Depression, anxiety common among bipolar disorder patients in primary care

Rates of depressive and anxiety symptoms are high among patients with bipolar disorder who are treated in primary care, show the results of a US study of patients in this setting.

30 Apr 2014

Sheffield professor awarded prestigious Camillo Golgi Prize for outstanding contribution to medicine

A CONSULTANT who first described how diabetic nerve damage is caused by impaired circulation of the nerves has been awarded one of the most coveted international prizes in medicine in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the field.

30 Apr 2014

Researchers develop new ways to prevent repetitive sports related brain injuries

A new study has provided insight into the behavioral damage caused by repeated blows to the head. The research provides a foundation for scientists to better understand and potentially develop new ways to detect and prevent the repetitive sports injuries that can lead to the condition known as chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).

30 Apr 2014

Intimate partner abuse before or during pregnancy linked to higher postpartum mental health problems

Ashley Pritchard, a Simon Fraser University doctoral student, is among four authors of a new research paper calling for closer monitoring of new mothers for mental health problems in light of their findings.

29 Apr 2014

Neuropathic and psychogenic pain contribute to chronic musculoskeletal pain

A lack of appropriate treatment for neuropathic and psychogenic pain may cause patients with musculoskeletal pain to suffer a more chronic pain course, according to the latest results of an ongoing Japanese epidemiological study.

28 Apr 2014

Highlights from April 2014 issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter

Here are highlights from the April issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter.

26 Apr 2014

New data from EMD Serono's multiple sclerosis portfolio to be presented at the 66th AAN Annual Meeting

EMD Serono, Inc., a subsidiary of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, announced today that new data from the company's multiple sclerosis (MS) portfolio will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's 66th Annual Meeting, taking place from April 26 – May 3, in Philadelphia, PA.

26 Apr 2014

UTMB awarded $6.6 million grant to establish Translational Addiction Sciences Center

The National Institute on Drug Abuse has awarded a five-year, $6.6 million grant to the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston to establish the Translational Addiction Sciences Center. The center will investigate the mechanisms underlying addiction with the goal of discovering and validating novel treatment options.

26 Apr 2014

Research roundup: Structural concerns in ACOs; public's view of mandated contraception coverage

The Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) programs reward participating health care provider groups that achieve slower spending growth and high quality of care.

26 Apr 2014

UCSF researchers discover natural way to avoid urinary incontinence

An ancient form of meditation and exercise could help women who suffer from urinary incontinence, according to a new study from UC San Francisco.

26 Apr 2014

Targeting B cells may help reduce disease activity for people with multiple sclerosis

A new study suggests that targeting B cells, which are a type of white blood cell in the immune system, may be associated with reduced disease activity for people with multiple sclerosis (MS).

25 Apr 2014

Two sedative drugs effectively treat prolonged seizures in children

The sedative drugs diazepam (Valium) and lorazepam (Ativan) are equally effective in treating the prolonged seizures known as status epilepticus in children, according to a randomized, controlled study by a multi-institution team of researchers with the Pediatric Emergency Care Applied Research Network, including an expert from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.

25 Apr 2014

Nearly 179 million cases of acute diarrhea occur each year in the U.S.

In the United States, approximately 179 million cases of acute diarrhea occur each year, and most of those cases are entirely preventable, a researcher from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston concluded in a New England Journal of Medicine review article.

23 Apr 2014

Neurotic people avoid action when confronted with major and minor life stressors, finds study

That person we all seem to know who we say is neurotic and unable to take action? Turns out he or she isn't unable to act but simply doesn't want to.

23 Apr 2014

Anxiety experienced with false-positive mammogram does not negatively impact woman's well-being

Dartmouth researchers have found that the anxiety experienced with a false-positive mammogram is temporary and does not negatively impact a woman's overall well-being. Their findings are reported in "Consequences of False-Positive Screening Mammograms," which was published online in the April 21, 2014 JAMA Internal Medicine.

23 Apr 2014

Cedars-Sinai nurses screening hospitalized patients for signs of depression

In an effort to identify and treat patients with undiagnosed depression, Cedars-Sinai nurses are screening each hospitalized patient for signs of the illness and for risk factors that could make recoveries harder and longer.

21 Apr 2014

New study suggests easy, effective way to alleviate negative effects of bad memories

What's one of your worst memories? How did it make you feel? According to psychologists, remembering the emotions felt during a negative personal experience, such as how sad you were or how embarrassed you felt, can lead to emotional distress, especially when you can't stop thinking about it.

21 Apr 2014

Benzodiazepines may contribute to respiratory problems in people with COPD

A group of drugs commonly prescribed for insomnia, anxiety and breathing issues "significantly increase the risk" that older people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, need to visit a doctor or Emergency Department for respiratory reasons, new research has found.

21 Apr 2014

Anxiety News and Research

Latest Anxiety News and Research

Study finds victims of bullying are at increased risk of experiencing sleep disturbances

No increased HPV-linked oral cancer risk for long-term partners, says study

Depression, anxiety common among bipolar disorder patients in primary care

Sheffield professor awarded prestigious Camillo Golgi Prize for outstanding contribution to medicine

Researchers develop new ways to prevent repetitive sports related brain injuries

Intimate partner abuse before or during pregnancy linked to higher postpartum mental health problems

Neuropathic and psychogenic pain contribute to chronic musculoskeletal pain

Highlights from April 2014 issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter

New data from EMD Serono's multiple sclerosis portfolio to be presented at the 66th AAN Annual Meeting

UTMB awarded $6.6 million grant to establish Translational Addiction Sciences Center

Research roundup: Structural concerns in ACOs; public's view of mandated contraception coverage

UCSF researchers discover natural way to avoid urinary incontinence

Targeting B cells may help reduce disease activity for people with multiple sclerosis

Two sedative drugs effectively treat prolonged seizures in children

Nearly 179 million cases of acute diarrhea occur each year in the U.S.

Neurotic people avoid action when confronted with major and minor life stressors, finds study

Anxiety experienced with false-positive mammogram does not negatively impact woman's well-being

Cedars-Sinai nurses screening hospitalized patients for signs of depression

New study suggests easy, effective way to alleviate negative effects of bad memories

Benzodiazepines may contribute to respiratory problems in people with COPD

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