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Could reducing light exposure help you sleep better and improve your mental health during pregnancy?

Higher light exposure at night and poor sleep quality are associated with poorer mental health outcomes.

20 Sep 2023

New evaluation tool offers practical guidance for diagnosing extreme form of social isolation

A new evaluation tool offers practical guidance for diagnosing an extreme form of social isolation known as hikikimori.

19 Sep 2023

Global talks at UN to focus on pandemic preparedness, universal health coverage, and TB

Pandemic preparedness, universal health coverage, and tuberculosis (TB) will be at the centre of global talks at the United Nations this week, with the health sector ramping up pressure on leaders to make good on commitments towards the health SDGs.

19 Sep 2023

Using both cannabis and tobacco linked to higher rates of depression and anxiety

People who use both cannabis and tobacco have significantly higher rates of depression and anxiety than those who use either substance alone or not at all, according to a new study by UC San Francisco researchers.

19 Sep 2023

Trajectory of fear of cancer recurrence levels six to 18 months post-breast cancer diagnosis

Researchers examined the predictors of fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) and its trajectory among breast cancer (BC) patients.

19 Sep 2023

Researchers conduct comprehensive psychological evaluation of university students

The prevalence rates of stress, depression, anxiety, insomnia, mania, suicidal ideation, loneliness, and psychotic experiences among university-going students in the UK.

18 Sep 2023

How did exposure to news on COVID-19 through social platforms impact psychological health and behavior?

The relationship between news on the COVID-19 pandemic through social media, feelings of fear and anxiety, and behavior.

18 Sep 2023

MDMA-assisted therapy reduces PTSD symptoms dramatically

New study shows MDMA-assisted therapy significantly reduces symptoms in individuals with moderate to severe PTSD, outperforming traditional therapy and medications. The study, covering multiple sites in the U.S. and Israel, indicates that while effective, further research is needed to explore potential side effects and effectiveness across diverse groups.

17 Sep 2023

Pandemic firearm buyers have higher rates of mental health problems, antisocial behavior, study finds

People who bought firearms during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic have much higher rates of recent suicidal thoughts, self-harm behaviors and intimate partner violence, compared with other firearm owners and people who do not own firearms, a new study suggests.

15 Sep 2023

New genetic test reveals a person’s predisposition to happiness

Your happiness levels aren't only based on external events. Genome testing can reveal how happy and optimistic you are predisposed to be. A leading testing expert reveals how variations of a key gene, CNR1, may have a significant impact on your level of happiness.

15 Sep 2023

Genetic sequencing shows promise as first-tier newborn screening test

Newborn screening (NBS) is routinely performed across the world using biochemical testing methods. Recent advancements in genetic sequencing are a potential game-changer for newborn screening, swiftly assessing a comprehensive range of monogenic disorders.

14 Sep 2023

Targeted use of ultrasound technology can lead to significant changes in brain function

The targeted use of ultrasound technology can bring about significant changes in brain function that could pave the way towards treatment of conditions such as depression, addiction, or anxiety, a new study suggests.

12 Sep 2023

Are energy drinks putting your heart and mind at risk?

Comprehensive review finds energy drinks linked to range of health risks, from cardiac arrhythmias to mental health issues. Researchers call for strict regulations on their consumption, especially among minors and pregnant women.

12 Sep 2023

Doctors must address Parkinson’s patients’ hidden burden of stigma, report says

Even the best treatment approaches for Parkinson's disease are inadequate if they do not address patients' feelings of social rejection, isolation, loneliness and other psychosocial effects of stigma, according to a report from experts specializing in Parkinson's and other movement disorders.

12 Sep 2023

Vaping linked to chronic stress in young people

Young people who have used e-cigarettes are more than twice as likely to report experiencing chronic stress, according to research presented at the European Respiratory Society International Congress in Milan, Italy.

12 Sep 2023

Study highlights the importance of support for caregivers in optimizing child behavior outcomes

Emotional support and tangible aid for caregivers benefited all families during the COVID-19 pandemic, not just those facing higher stress levels, according to a study funded by the Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Program at the National Institutes of Health.

11 Sep 2023

Workplace masking: insights into the hidden realities of social adaptation

Researchers examined the workplace masking experiences of neurotypical, autistic, and neurodivergent non-autistic adults.

11 Sep 2023

Modified adenocarcinoma classification improves reproducibility and aligns with clinical reality

A modified adenocarcinoma classification approach significantly enhances reproducibility and may be an improvement on the existing World Health Organization classification system, according to research unveiled at the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) 2023 World Conference on Lung Cancer in Singapore.

11 Sep 2023

Medicinal cannabis and its impact on patient-reported outcomes in chronic health

Researchers evaluated health-related quality of life and other outcomes in patients taking medicinal cannabis.

11 Sep 2023

Can fluctuating reproductive hormone levels cause mental health conditions?

The association between mental health and fluctuations in reproductive hormone levels.

11 Sep 2023

Anxiety News and Research

Latest Anxiety News and Research

Could reducing light exposure help you sleep better and improve your mental health during pregnancy?

New evaluation tool offers practical guidance for diagnosing extreme form of social isolation

Global talks at UN to focus on pandemic preparedness, universal health coverage, and TB

Using both cannabis and tobacco linked to higher rates of depression and anxiety

Trajectory of fear of cancer recurrence levels six to 18 months post-breast cancer diagnosis

Researchers conduct comprehensive psychological evaluation of university students

How did exposure to news on COVID-19 through social platforms impact psychological health and behavior?

MDMA-assisted therapy reduces PTSD symptoms dramatically

Pandemic firearm buyers have higher rates of mental health problems, antisocial behavior, study finds

New genetic test reveals a person’s predisposition to happiness

Genetic sequencing shows promise as first-tier newborn screening test

Targeted use of ultrasound technology can lead to significant changes in brain function

Are energy drinks putting your heart and mind at risk?

Doctors must address Parkinson’s patients’ hidden burden of stigma, report says

Vaping linked to chronic stress in young people

Study highlights the importance of support for caregivers in optimizing child behavior outcomes

Workplace masking: insights into the hidden realities of social adaptation

Modified adenocarcinoma classification improves reproducibility and aligns with clinical reality

Medicinal cannabis and its impact on patient-reported outcomes in chronic health

Can fluctuating reproductive hormone levels cause mental health conditions?

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