Teenagers in the US simply don’t get enough shut eye. The consequences of this epidemic of sleep deprivation are extensive and include increasing rates of anxiety and depression among adolescents, as well as suicidal thoughts and actions. Sleep-deprived teens are…
Tag: STRESS/ANXIETY
Harvard researchers help explain link between emotion and addictive substance use
In set of four integrated studies, Harvard researchers find that sadness, but not all negative emotions, heightens craving to smoke and likelihood of relapse
Parents aren’t powerless when it comes to sleep-deprived teenagers
Teenagers in the US simply don’t get enough shut eye. The consequences of this epidemic of sleep deprivation are extensive and include increasing rates of anxiety and depression among adolescents, as well as suicidal thoughts and actions. Sleep-deprived teens are…
The Lancet: Study suggests mental health impact of ongoing social unrest in Hong Kong
Largest and longest prospective cohort study of population-wide mental health impact highlights potential importance of additional and consistent support for critical mental health services in areas affected by social unrest
Cigarette smoke damages our mental health, too
Hebrew University research finds link between smoking and poor mental health among students
How does your body respond to feelings of moral outrage? It depends on your politics
When you see someone being unfair, disloyal or uncaring toward others, do you feel a sense of moral outrage in the form of a twisting stomach, pounding heart or flushing face? And is it possible that your body’s response depends…
Cigarette smoke damages our mental health, too
Hebrew University research finds link between smoking and poor mental health among students
How does your body respond to feelings of moral outrage? It depends on your politics
When you see someone being unfair, disloyal or uncaring toward others, do you feel a sense of moral outrage in the form of a twisting stomach, pounding heart or flushing face? And is it possible that your body’s response depends…
Million Veteran Program study sheds light on genetic basis of anxiety
Largest genetic study of anxiety to date reports findings
Study of veterans details genetic basis for anxiety, links anxiety and depression
A massive genomewide analysis of approximately 200,000 military veterans has identified six genetic variants linked to anxiety, researchers from Yale and colleagues at other institutions report Jan. 7 in the American Journal of Psychiatry . Some of the variants associated…
From the mouths of babes: Lessons in humility
Each encounter is like a single shard in a mosaic that, taken as a whole, presents a picture of amazing optimism despite myriad challenges. Alexandra M. Sims, M.D., FAAP, a General Academics Pediatric Fellow at Children’s National Hospital, captured the…
Some surprisingly good news about anxiety
Recovery rates are high: A recent study finds seven in ten Canadians with a history of generalized anxiety disorder are free of the disorder and 40% are in excellent mental health, with high levels of life satisfaction and happiness
Million Veteran Program study sheds light on genetic basis of anxiety
Largest genetic study of anxiety to date reports findings
Study of veterans details genetic basis for anxiety, links anxiety and depression
A massive genomewide analysis of approximately 200,000 military veterans has identified six genetic variants linked to anxiety, researchers from Yale and colleagues at other institutions report Jan. 7 in the American Journal of Psychiatry . Some of the variants associated…
From the mouths of babes: Lessons in humility
Each encounter is like a single shard in a mosaic that, taken as a whole, presents a picture of amazing optimism despite myriad challenges. Alexandra M. Sims, M.D., FAAP, a General Academics Pediatric Fellow at Children’s National Hospital, captured the…
Some surprisingly good news about anxiety
Recovery rates are high: A recent study finds seven in ten Canadians with a history of generalized anxiety disorder are free of the disorder and 40% are in excellent mental health, with high levels of life satisfaction and happiness
Study finds 80% of medical students feel low sense of personal achievement
Research on burnout at osteopathic medical schools also finds 17% report high levels of depersonalization
Adolescents’ view of family social standing correlates with mental health, life outcomes
Perception of high status is linked to easier transition to adulthood, UCI-led study finds
Mindfulness makes it easier to forget your fears
A new study shows that brief daily mindfulness training delivered through the HEADSPACE mindfulness app makes it easier to achieve lasting extinction of fear reactions
Study finds 80% of medical students feel low sense of personal achievement
Research on burnout at osteopathic medical schools also finds 17% report high levels of depersonalization
Adolescents’ view of family social standing correlates with mental health, life outcomes
Perception of high status is linked to easier transition to adulthood, UCI-led study finds
Mindfulness makes it easier to forget your fears
A new study shows that brief daily mindfulness training delivered through the HEADSPACE mindfulness app makes it easier to achieve lasting extinction of fear reactions
Transcendental Meditation prevents abnormal enlargement of the heart, reduces chronic heart failure
A randomized controlled study recently published in Ethnicity & Disease in their Autumn 2019 Hypertension issue found that the Transcendental Meditation (TM) technique helps to prevent abnormal enlargement of the heart compared to health education (HE) controls. Also known as…
Gender-tailored treatment could ease opioid epidemic
UMass Amherst researcher says prevention needs to start in the primary care setting
Gender-tailored treatment could ease opioid epidemic
UMass Amherst researcher says prevention needs to start in the primary care setting
Only 1 in 10 suicide prevention apps cover full guidelines, NTU Singapore study finds
Most (93 per cent) mobile apps for suicide prevention and depression management do not provide all the six suicide prevention strategies that are commonly recommended in international clinical guidelines, a study led by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has…
Only 1 in 10 suicide prevention apps cover full guidelines, NTU Singapore study finds
Most (93 per cent) mobile apps for suicide prevention and depression management do not provide all the six suicide prevention strategies that are commonly recommended in international clinical guidelines, a study led by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has…
Little reason for moral panicking after #MeToo
Go ahead, hug your colleague: People generally agree on what constitutes sexual harassment
Study reveals molecular features of anxiety in the brain
Computationally inspired approach uncovers previously unrecognized targets for drug development
Little reason for moral panicking after #MeToo
Go ahead, hug your colleague: People generally agree on what constitutes sexual harassment
Health impact of support between African American couples when dealing with racial discrimination
URBANA, Ill. – Experiences of racial discrimination are a common source of stress for African Americans, and research shows discrimination can have a damaging impact on the physical and emotional health of African American individuals. Family studies researchers at the…
Study reveals molecular features of anxiety in the brain
Computationally inspired approach uncovers previously unrecognized targets for drug development
Health impact of support between African American couples when dealing with racial discrimination
URBANA, Ill. – Experiences of racial discrimination are a common source of stress for African Americans, and research shows discrimination can have a damaging impact on the physical and emotional health of African American individuals. Family studies researchers at the…
CBT for social anxiety may have a protective effect on cells
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for patients with social anxiety not only helps to reduce anxiety levels but also seems to protect against accelerated cellular ageing, a study involving researchers at Karolinska Institutet published in the journal Translational Psychiatry reports. “This…
Large UK study shows teenage girls far more likely to self-harm
Girls shown as the new ‘high-risk’ group – sexism and poverty are linked to poor mental health and wellbeing among 14-year-old girls
Study: US takes ‘low road’ to growth with adverse impact on wellbeing, future prosperity
Scandinavian countries take ‘high road,’ see positive effects
Focus on teenage anxiety may aid early identification of those at risk of eating disorders
Teenage girls who experience clinical levels of anxiety could be at greater risk of eating disorders, according to associations identified in a study completed by researchers at the University of Bristol with UCL. Published today [18 December] in European Eating…
Animal-assisted interventions positive for people’s health but more research is needed
The impact of animal-assisted interventions for both patients and health services could be substantial, but more rigorous research is needed, says Dr Elena Ratschen and Professor Trevor Sheldon from the University of York. Dr Elena Ratschen from the Department of…
Study: US takes ‘low road’ to growth with adverse impact on wellbeing, future prosperity
Scandinavian countries take ‘high road,’ see positive effects
Study finds flirting among coworkers can reduce stress
PULLMAN, Wash.–Casual flirting with colleagues at work is relatively harmless and can even be beneficial, new research from Washington State University shows. The study, published in Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes , focuses on what the researchers describe as…
Peer support program can help surgeons deal with adverse events that happen during surgery
A surgeon-specific peer support program has the potential to support well-being, improve patient safety, and decrease burnout, according to Journal of the American College of Surgeons article
Study finds flirting among coworkers can reduce stress
PULLMAN, Wash.–Casual flirting with colleagues at work is relatively harmless and can even be beneficial, new research from Washington State University shows. The study, published in Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes , focuses on what the researchers describe as…
Peer support program can help surgeons deal with adverse events that happen during surgery
A surgeon-specific peer support program has the potential to support well-being, improve patient safety, and decrease burnout, according to Journal of the American College of Surgeons article
Problem drinkers have higher ‘benzo’ use, UCSF-Kaiser Permanente study shows
Alcohol with Xanax, Valium, Ativan increases risks for overdose, accidents, falls
Problem drinkers have higher ‘benzo’ use, UCSF-Kaiser Permanente study shows
Alcohol with Xanax, Valium, Ativan increases risks for overdose, accidents, falls
Running away from exercise: The curious case of migraine
A study found that anxiety sensitivity may hamper physical activity participation in women with migraine
Experts review evidence yoga is good for the brain
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Scientists have known for decades that aerobic exercise strengthens the brain and contributes to the growth of new neurons, but few studies have examined how yoga affects the brain. A review of the science finds evidence that…
Depression, anxiety may hinder healing in young patients with hip pain
Pre-operative depression, anxiety linked to worse postsurgical outcomes
Want to avoid the holiday blues? New report suggests skipping the sweet treats
LAWRENCE — If you’re prone to depression, this holiday season you might want to say “bah humbug” to offers of sugar plum pudding, caramel corn and chocolate babka. A new study from a team of clinical psychologists at the University…
Computerised CBT could reduce waiting lists for treatment of depression in adolescents
Computerised CBT could help reduce waiting lists in the treatment of depression in adolescents