Two major studies from Harvard and MIT uncover a surprising link between the immune system…
Browsing: Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety disorders are a group of mental health conditions characterized by excessive fear, worry, and nervousness that can interfere with daily life. Encompassing generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and specific phobias, these conditions are among the most common psychiatric disorders worldwide. Ongoing research is shedding light on the biological, psychological, and environmental factors that contribute to anxiety, as well as advancing treatments like cognitive-behavioral therapy, medications, and emerging neurotechnologies. Explore the latest scientific findings and therapeutic developments related to anxiety disorders here.
A surprising link between the immune system and brain behavior is emerging, as new research…
A large Australian study has found that patients prescribed medicinal cannabis experienced lasting improvements in…
Antidepressants work, at least in the short term, when it comes to treating generalized anxiety…
A new study from Penn State suggests that artificial intelligence, specifically machine learning, could help…
Can a daily walk help prevent dementia, stroke, or even anxiety? A new study suggests…
Researchers have discovered that naturally occurring gut microbes produce indoles—compounds that play a key role…
For years, serotonin has been linked to anxiety, but new research flips the script—higher serotonin…
Scientists have uncovered a fascinating way the brain learns to override instinctive fears, shedding light…
Recent research highlights a concerning trend: pregnant people with multiple sclerosis are more prone to…
Scientists have pinpointed a brain circuit that, when activated, reduces anxiety without impairing memory. Using…
A significant rise in sedative use disorders among adolescents and young adults points to an…
Research reveals new connections between the gut and brain, suggesting more targeted depression and anxiety…
A new study indicates that antidepressants directed at gut cells could manage depression and anxiety…
A new study from the Salk Institute identifies a brain circuit that controls voluntary breathing…
New research by Northwestern Medicine reveals how humans have evolved advanced brain regions to interpret…
New research shows that stress impacts how memories are formed and recalled, contributing to generalized…
Groundbreaking research reveals that it’s possible to isolate the therapeutic benefits of psychedelics from their…