New Study Links Anxiety in Young Women to Brain Chemical Imbalance
A University of Surrey study suggests anxiety in young women may be due to imbalances between brain chemicals GABA and glutamate, offering new avenues for…
Anxiety Disorders News
Anxiety disorders encompass a group of mental health conditions characterized by excessive fear and anxiety that are persistent and disruptive to daily functioning. These disorders are among the most common mental health issues worldwide and include generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, specific phobias, and others. Symptoms may include persistent worrying, nervousness, restlessness, and physical signs such as increased heart rate, sweating, trembling, and gastrointestinal issues. Anxiety disorders often coexist with other mental conditions like depression or substance abuse. The causes are typically a combination of genetic, environmental, psychological, and developmental factors. Treatment options vary but can include psychotherapy (especially cognitive behavioral therapy), medications (such as antidepressants or anxiolytics), and lifestyle changes focused on stress management and relaxation techniques. Early diagnosis and intervention can significantly improve outcomes for those suffering from anxiety disorders.
Trillions in Lost Productivity: The Rising Cost of Climate Anxiety
Ecoanxiety could forecast future lifestyle choices, potentially leading to significant reductions in birth rates and economic ambitions as society adapts to environmental crises. Could nature…
Anxiety May Double Your Risk of Parkinson’s, Warn Researchers
A new study found that individuals over 50 with newly developed anxiety have a doubled risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, highlighting the importance of early…
Warning: New Study Reveals That High-Fat Foods Could Be Fueling Your Anxiety
University of Colorado Boulder research shows that high-fat diets can disrupt gut health and increase anxiety by affecting brain chemistry, highlighting the importance of a…
How a Newly Mapped Brain Circuit Could Transform Panic Disorder Treatment
Researchers have mapped a brain circuit that mediates panic-like symptoms in mice, showcasing a novel brain pathway that could be a target for new panic…
Immune Cells: A Hidden Trigger for Anxiety, Depression, and Alzheimer’s Disease
Research indicates that regulatory T cells (Tregs) might stabilize mood and prevent depression, with their depletion linked to increased anxiety and cognitive issues in Alzheimer’s…
Brain Stimulation Shows Promise for Alleviating Depression and Anxiety
A University of Florida study indicates that transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) effectively alleviates depression and anxiety in older adults, offering a noninvasive, drug-free treatment…
High Hopes: How d-Limonene Curbs the Anxiety of THC
Study finds an essential oil, d-limonene, significantly reduces feelings of anxiety and panic, without altering the desired effects of marijuana’s active ingredient. A Johns Hopkins…
Double Trouble: Decoding the Pain-Depression Feedback Loop
JAMA Network Open commentary focuses on the relationship of pain, depression, and anxiety. Chronic pain is often accompanied by depression and anxiety. In an invited…
Unlocking Anxiety Relief: The Revolutionary Role of Delta Opioid Receptors
Study reveals mechanistic roles of delta opioid receptors and specific neuronal pathways that are involved in anxiety-like behaviors in mice. Anxiety-related disorders can have a…
Rewiring Children’s Anxious Minds With Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
NIH researchers found widespread differences in the brains of children with anxiety disorders that improved after treatment. Researchers at the National Institutes of Health have…
Synaptic Secrets: Testosterone’s Surprising Influence on Anxiety Explored
A groundbreaking study has unveiled a significant link between anxiety disorders and a brain receptor known as TACR3, as well as testosterone. Prof. Shira Knafo,…
Unveiling the Psyche’s Guardians: The Science Behind Adult-Child Bonds and Mental Health
Relationships with caring adults provide a buffer against depression and anxiety, regardless of adverse childhood experiences. A Columbia University study found that positive relationships with…
Yogurt’s Hidden Superpower Uncovered: A Natural Guard Against Depression and Anxiety
Researchers have uncovered the crucial role of Lactobacillus in stress management and the potential prevention of depression and anxiety, paving the way for new probiotic-based…
Hearts on the Line: Anxiety and Depression As Silent Accelerators of Cardiovascular Disease
Two studies presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2023 link mental health to heart health, showing that depression and anxiety can hasten the…
New Research Reveals That People With Anxiety Use a Less Suitable Section of Brain To Control Emotions
In socially challenging situations, individuals with anxiety tend to utilize a different part of the forebrain compared to those without anxiety. In socially challenging situations,…
New Study Finds That Women and Men React Differently To Strain and Stress
Do you recall the early days of the 2020 Corona pandemic? When businesses, eateries, cinemas, and theaters were shut down. When gatherings with friends and…
Double Trouble: Disturbingly High Rates of Depression and Anxiety in People Who Use Both Tobacco and Cannabis
Among more than 50,000 COVID-19 Citizen Science Study participants, around a quarter of users of both tobacco and cannabis experienced anxiety or depression – almost…