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Too Much Screen Time Linked to Adolescent Brain Changes and Increased Depression and Anxiety in New Study
MRI scans show structural changes in the brains of adolescents who spend greater amounts of time on cell phones, video games. TVs and other screens. Researchers say these changes were associated with increased depression and anxiety.
Vaping Nicotine or THC Linked to Higher Anxiety in Teens
A new study finds teens and young adults who vape experience more symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Meditation Works as Well as Medication for Anxiety, New Study Finds
Mindfulness meditation classes reduced anxiety symptoms as well as a popular drug used to treat anxiety disorders, researchers say.
Anxiety During Pregnancy May Lead to Early Delivery, New Study Finds
Women who experience pregnancy-related anxiety are more likely to give birth prematurely, researchers say.
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Rate of Kids Hospitalized in Mental Health Crisis Keeps Rising
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- March 28, 2023
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Children with mental health problems are flooding America's hospitals.
A new study of 4.8 million pediatric hospitalizations between 2009 and 2019 found that the number of acute care hospitalizations for kids with mental health problems increased significantly. In 2019, ...
AHA News: Irregular Sleep Schedule Linked to High Blood Pressure
- American Heart Association News
- March 28, 2023
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People with irregular sleep patterns may face substantially higher odds of high blood pressure than those who stick to a schedule, even when they get the recommended amount of sleep each night, new research suggests.
The study, published Tuesday in the journal Hypertensi...
Do Sweat It: Could 'Body Odor Therapy' Ease Anxiety?
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- March 28, 2023
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Could inhaling a deep whiff of another person’s sweat help ease crippling social anxiety?
Quite possibly, new Swedish research suggests.
The notion stems from a trial that involved just 48 women. All struggled with what’s known as social anxiety disorder — a...
Stress Might Mean Worse Sleep for Many Gay & Lesbian Youth
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 28, 2023
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In yet another sign of the stress that can haunt gay, lesbian and bisexual youth, a new study finds that compared with their straight peers, they are twice as likely to report trouble falling asleep or staying asleep.
Depression and family conflict may be contributing to...
Could Melatonin Ease Self-Harm in Kids?
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- March 27, 2023
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For depressed or anxious children, taking melatonin may afford a good night's sleep and, as a result, lower the odds they will harm themselves, new research suggests.
The risk of self-harm increased before melatonin was prescribed and decreased by about half after kids s...
CBD for Anxiety: Can It Help?
- Sue Benzuly, RN HealthDay Reporter
- March 24, 2023
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Anxiety disorder can make it hard to navigate life, but lately CBD has been touted as a natural treatment for the nerve-wracking condition.
You can buy CBD almost anywhere -- gas stations, spas, farmers markets and grocery stores. It comes in many forms -- from gummies t...
The Most Common Anxiety Medications, Explained
- Sue Benzuly, RN HealthDay Reporter
- March 24, 2023
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Endless worry, irritability and insomnia are all symptoms of a possible anxiety disorder.
Luckily, there are numerous anxiety medications that can help ease the condition.
COVID Pandemic Got More Americans Worried About Being Obese: Survey
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 24, 2023
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Lots of folks gained their COVID weight during the housebound months of the pandemic, and now those extra pounds are weighing heavy on many, a new survey shows.
Nearly a third (29%) of just over 1,700 adults surveyed in December 2021 said COVID-19 made them more worried ...
Living Near Noisy Roads Can Raise Your Blood Pressure
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 23, 2023
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That road noise outside your window could be wreaking havoc on your blood pressure.
A new study published March 22 in JACC: Advances found that the roaring engines, blaring horns and wailing sirens can themselves elevate high blood pressure (hypertension) risk, ...
The Most Common Anxiety Symptoms and How to Deal With Them
- Kirstie Ganobsik HealthDay Reporter
- March 21, 2023
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Anxiety disorders are no small matter, but knowing which symptoms point to trouble may help you navigate your intense fears and worries.
First, you are not alone: Anxiety disorders are estimated to plague nearly 40 million people in the United States each year, according...
The Most Common Anxiety Disorders, Explained
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 20, 2023
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Sometimes an anxiety disorder feels like worry and ruminating about lots of little and big things.
Other times it’s focused on a specific phobia, such as a fear of flying or being in social situations. It can also be expressed as intense feelings about separation from...
Anxiety Attacks: Symptoms and Calming Techniques
- Kirstie Ganobsik HealthDay Reporter
- March 20, 2023
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Anxiety attacks can seem overwhelming when you’re in the middle of one, but with the right coping tools you can come out the other side.
What is an anxiety attack?
Have an Anxious Dog? Study Seeks Clues in Canine Brains
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 16, 2023
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Like humans, some dogs suffer from anxiety. They might show fear or excitability toward strangers. Loud noises might result in "accidents." They may get destructive when you leave home.
The cause of their distress could lie in their brain make...
Postpartum Anxiety: What It Is, Symptoms and Treatments
- Kirstie Ganobsik HealthDay Reporter
- March 13, 2023
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You may have heard of postpartum depression and “the baby blues,” but did you know that there’s another widely studied mental health condition called postpartum anxiety?
How to Help Your Child Deal With Separation Anxiety
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 13, 2023
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MONDAY, March 13, 2023 (HealthDay News) – For some children, it can be hard when mom or dad leave them at daycare, school or even just with the other parent.
It’s normal for small children to feel some separation anxi...
COVID's Toll on Mental Health May Have Been Exaggerated: Study
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 9, 2023
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A new review of 137 studies from around the world has found that, despite dramatic stories about COVID-19’s impact on mental health, the psychological fallout from the pandemic has been less intense than thought.
“Mental health in COVID-19 is much more nuanced than p...
Poll Finds Strong Links Between Depression and Lack of Sleep
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 9, 2023
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A new poll on sleep and mental health has found that more than 90% of adults who reported they get good sleep were also free of depressive symptoms.
In its annual poll, the nonprofit National Sleep Foundation (NSF) focused this year on the impact of sleep on mental heal...
Social Anxiety: What It Is, Symptoms, Treatments & More
- Mandi Harenberg HealthDay Reporter
- March 3, 2023
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Have you ever been in a social situation where you felt nervous? Maybe starting a new job caused you to sweat a lot on your first day. Or going to a party where you didn’t know anyone gave you a nervous stomach.
These are normal feelings that most people experience at ...
Racism Brings Worse Heart Health for Black Women
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- March 2, 2023
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Black women who are exposed to certain forms of racism may be more likely to develop heart disease, researchers say.
Specifically, Black women who said they faced discrimination in employment, housing and in their interactions with the police were 26% more likely to deve...
Vaping Tobacco or Weed Appears Tied to Higher Anxiety in Teens
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- March 1, 2023
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For decades, people turned to cigarettes in times of stress. Now, a preliminary study hints that young people are using vaping in the same way.
The study, of nearly 2,000 U.S. teenagers and young adults, found that those who vaped nicotine or marijuana were more likely t...
How to Recover From Burnout
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 27, 2023
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Work isn’t always easy, but sometimes it becomes almost unbearable.
You might experience a constellation of symptoms, including emotional exhaustion, a reduced sense of personal accomplishment and cynicism, which affects how you interact with others in the workplace.<...
Anxious, Depressed? These Tips to Self-Care May Help
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 27, 2023
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A lot of people are dealing with anxiety, depression or just general unhappiness.
Worry, sadness, restlessness, irritability and trouble sleeping are just a few symptoms of
How to Deal With Depression
- Kirstie Ganobsik HealthDay Reporter
- February 27, 2023
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When depression hits, everyday activities like working, socializing, sleeping and even eating can become a daunting challenge.
George Mason University clinical psychologist James Maddux treats patien...
How to Deal With Anxiety
- Kirstie Ganobsik HealthDay Reporter
- February 24, 2023
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It’s natural for everyone to experience anxiety at different times in their lives. Maybe you’re worried about making a good first impression with your new partner’s family, and you become anxious in the days leading up to the meeting about what you’ll wear.
Bein...
Cutting Down on Social Media Brings Quick Boost to Teens' Self-Image
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 23, 2023
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All those images of beautiful-looking people on social media can deflate a young person's self-image, but there may be an easy fix: limiting time spent on TikTok, Instagram and th...
Parks, Rivers, Lakes: Nature's Great Stress Relievers
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 23, 2023
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Living closer to outdoor spaces and natural water may be better for your mental health, researchers say.
A new study finds that close proximity to nature may reduce an older person’s risk for serious psychological distress. That distress can lead to mild impairment of ...
LGBTQ+ Support Groups in Schools Boost Students' Mental Health
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- February 21, 2023
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About 44% of U.S. middle and high schools have student-run clubs that shine a light on issues that touch the lives of LGBTQ+ students.
And new research<...
Even Mild COVID Might Change Your Brain
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 21, 2023
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People who are experiencing anxiety and depression months after a mild case of COVID-19 may have changes affecting the structure and function of their brains, Brazilian researchers report.
“There is still much to learn about long COVID, which includes a wide range of h...
Sen. John Fetterman Enters Hospital for Treatment of Clinical Depression
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 17, 2023
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FRIDAY, Feb. 17, 2023 (HealthDay News) – Sen. John Fetterman is being treated for clinical depression at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
“While John has experienced depression off and on th...
Kids Visiting ER in Mental Crisis Often Get No Follow-Up
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- February 13, 2023
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A growing number of U.S. kids are landing in hospital emergency rooms for a mental health crisis. Now a new study finds that many do not get follow-up care after they're discharged.
Big Rise in U.S. Teen Girls Reporting Violence, Sadness -- Far More Than Boys
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 13, 2023
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An alarming new survey shows that American teen girls are experiencing record high levels of violence, sadness and suicide risk.
Schools may be the answer to improving what’s happening for young people, according to the report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control...
Americans Getting More Comfortable Talking Over Mental Health With Doctors
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- February 8, 2023
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Primary care doctors are no longer just in the physical health business: Americans are increasingly turning to them for mental health care, too, a new study finds.
Looking at Americans' primary care visits between 2006 and 2018, researchers found a 50% increase in the pr...
When Schools Ask Students About Suicide, Those At Risk Get Help Sooner
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- February 3, 2023
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Could asking teens a simple, but pointed, question about their mental health reveal whether they are at risk for suicide?
It might, new research suggests.
Since suicide is now the secon...
Fear of Public Spaces Is Common in People With Epilepsy
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- January 30, 2023
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Many adults with epilepsy have agoraphobia, or a fear of public places, new research suggests.
That impacts quality of life and is something doctors should include in other screening that looks for anxiety or depression, the investigators said.
"We know that agora...
1 in 3 U.S. Public Health Workers Feels Threatened During Pandemic
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- January 25, 2023
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One-third of public health workers have endured threats, anger and aggression from the public during the pandemic, and that has come at a steep cost to their mental health, a new study finds.
“The negative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on workers have been document...
Suicide Risk Rises When Cancer Strikes
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- January 20, 2023
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A cancer diagnosis can be devastating.
Now, new research shows that patients diagnosed with cancer have a risk of suicide 26% higher than the general population.
A variety of factors contribute to the elevated risk, including geography, race and ethnicity, economic...
ADHD Tied to Higher Rates of Anxiety, Depression
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- January 19, 2023
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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be an even bigger predictor of depression and anxiety in adulthood than autism is, a new study finds — highlighting the mental health side of the disorder.
It's known that kids and adults with ADHD often have co-exist...
Political News Takes Mental Toll, But Is Disengaging the Answer?
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- January 18, 2023
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In today's highly polarized political environment, is it possible to stay up-to-date with the news of the day without getting totally stressed out?
If not, is there a way to limit the emotional and physical fallout? Or is all that individual stress in service of a g...
Most Clergy Agree With Science on Treatment of Depression: Study
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- January 13, 2023
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Worries that clergy will urge depressed congregants to rely on prayer and not other mental health care appear to be unfounded.
A nationwide survey found that 90% of cle...
Happy, Loved Teens Become Heart-Healthier as Adults
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- January 11, 2023
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When teenagers feel good about themselves and their lives, it may also do their hearts good in the long run, a new study suggests.
Researchers found that teenagers who generally felt happy, optimistic and loved went on to show better cardiovascular health in their 20s an...
Suicidal Service Members With Guns at Home Often Keep Feelings Secret: Study
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- January 9, 2023
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Military service members who conceal their suicidal thoughts are also more likely to store their guns unsafely, a new study reveals.
“These findings highlight a real problem with our suicide prevention system,” said
3-Week Program Effective in Helping to Ease Combat-Linked PTSD
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- January 5, 2023
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A short but intensive approach to "talk therapy" can help many combat veterans overcome post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a new clinical trial has found.
The study tes...
Good Parental Leave Gives Big Boost to Moms' Mental Health
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- January 5, 2023
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Generous parental leave policies at work can do wonders for a new mom's mental health.
This is among the key messages from a new review of 45 studies examining how parental leave policies affect mom and dad’s mental health and well-being.
Mothers working for...
Procrastinators May Delay All the Way to Worse Health
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- January 4, 2023
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College students who routinely cram at the last minute may not only see their grades suffer, but their health, too, a new study suggests.
Researchers found that of more than 3,500 college students they followed, those who scored high on a procrastination scale were more ...
Stress Can Help Bring on a Stroke, Study Shows
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 27, 2022
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Stress is rarely a good thing for your health, but new research warns that it significantly raises the risk of a stroke.
The study found that increased stress at home or work and recent stressful life events — like getting divorced or a major family conflict — were a...
Women's Depression Symptoms May Differ by Race: Study
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 23, 2022
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Depression can be tricky to detect in some people, and Black women may exhibit different symptoms, leading to missed care, researchers say.
Black women report sleep disturbances, self-criticism and irritability more often than the stereotypical low mood, according to a n...
Final Exams Don't Have to Be High Stress for Your Teen
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 18, 2022
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Final exams are stressful for students, but it is possible to ratchet down the pressure with some planning and self-compassion.
A psychologist from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston offers a few suggestions for helping teens manage the pressure.
Start with the...
Holidays Got You Stressed? Try These Calming Tips
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 16, 2022
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This season of celebrating also comes with lots of stress for many people.
But despite the long to-do list and mandatory get-togethers, it is possible to maintain a healthy mind, according to experts at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, N.J.
“Stress is an in...
Caring for Kids and Aging Parents: The 'Sandwich' Generation Is Under Strain
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- December 15, 2022
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Nearly one-quarter of all American adults who care for an elderly parent also care for a child at the same time, a new study reveals.
And when compared with those who only have a parent under their watch, members of the so-called “sandwich generation” — namely...
4 Genes May Raise Risk for Suicide
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 14, 2022
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Scientists have pinpointed four genes that seem to play a part in how vulnerable you are to suicidal thoughts or behaviors.
"It's important to note that these genes do not predestine anyone to problems, but it's also important to understand that there could be heightened...