Share me on…Math anxiety has been studied for several decades. A recent meta-analysis looked across a few hundred studies. There is robust evidence that higher … Read More
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Our Obsession with Achievement is Fueling Anxiety
Share me on…Our youth strives to be successful even if it comes at a cost to their mental health. Research by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation identified the top … Read More
EHRA 2021: Study advocates screening ICD patients for depression and anxiety
Share me on…Patients receiving an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) should be regularly screened for anxiety and depression, according to research … Read More
5 behavioural issues a dog bought in lockdown might face
Share me on…From separation anxiety to social nervousness, ‘lockdown puppies’ may … A study from the Dogs Trust last year found a 20% increase in reports of … Read More
‘I had second thoughts’: the Gen Z-ers choosing not to have children
Share me on…… graduates facing a jobs crunch, environmental crisis and widespread social anxiety. Their response? According to research, it is to decide not to have children so they can retire early and put less strain on an overpopulated planet. Read More
Our Social Muscles Have Broken Down. Here’s How To Build Them Back Up
Share me on…Fanny Lalot is a research associate at the University of Kent School of Psychology … This wariness of other people plays into many lingering anxieties. Read More
Insomnia research and the sleeping brain
Share me on…Insomnia research and the sleeping brain Many of us regularly struggle to get enough sleep, and while some of this is due to busy lifestyles, there are also times when we do go to bed on time, but just can’t drop off. And it seems to be getting worse, thanks to the stress …
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The fascinating links between a healthy gut and a good mood
Share me on…The fascinating links between a healthy gut and a good mood … Research into the complex interplay between our gut microbiota and brain function … idea that wellbeing is much more than the sum of our mental and physical parts. Read More
Suspected Infidelity May Impair Mental and Physical Well-Being
Share me on…New research published by Weigel and Shrout (2021) in the March issue of … feelings of distress, anxiety, depression, and relationship satisfaction. Read More
Researchers discover a genetic link between anxiety and depression
Share me on…Anecdotally, many people can attest to the way anxiety and depression often come together. But, now, a new study has discovered more than 500 … Read More
Scientists create blood test for depression and bipolar disorder
Share me on…Indiana University of Medicine researchers spent four years developing a blood test to identify depression and bipolar disorder – they say this work will … Read More
How Do We Know If Someone Likes Us?
Share me on…Research reveals that many of us second-guess the mutual attraction of … also be intimidating and anxiety-provoking, as people worry about the impressions … Their research demonstrated that after conversations, most people are, … Read More
XPhyto: Is mescaline the next big mood-modifying medicine?
Share me on…Research into the psychotherapeutic potential of mescaline is … This is the sharp end of the race to combat mental health conditions, led by … Read More
7 Myths About Optimism and Pessimism
Share me on…Summary. Past research has demonstrated that optimism can benefit happiness, … and considering worst-case scenarios—can help reduce anxiety. Read More
How to support a pet with separation anxiety
Share me on…According to research by Rover.com, one in 10 dogs are living with a mental health problem – equating to nearly one million dogs in the UK. And it’s not … Read More
Can “Playing Around” Boost Your Romantic Life?
Share me on…A recent research review suggests that being playful in your romantic … That includes depression, anxiety, heart disease, a weakened immune system … Read More
Majority of young people feel career prospects are worsening, survey suggests
Share me on…Researchers found there was a “sense of anxiety and hopelessness among many young people” alongside fears for their job prospects. The paper … Read More
What Seniors Hit Hard by the Pandemic Need Now
Share me on…Many older adults do not access needed mental health services. … regular phone calls, could have a substantial effect on well-being, research finds. Read More