Anxiety : Science World Report

Jun 25, 2015 01:41 PM EDT

Researchers Are Still Working To Define A Stronger Distinction Between Normal, Abnormal Emotion

We all have our overly emotional days, but when is an emotional response considered unacceptable, or perhaps, a medical concern linked to depression, anxiety or other mental health issues?

Jun 22, 2015 08:12 PM EDT

Cyberbullying Increases Anxiety Risk Among Adolescent

New findings published in JAMA Pediatrics examined the potential effects of cyberbullying by reviewing 36 studies. Researchers found that nearly a quarter of adolescents between the ages of 12 and 18 said they were bullied via social media, with such exposure significantly increasing the risk of dep...

Jun 12, 2015 07:51 AM EDT

'Contagion' Of Calm Helps Woodlice Cohesion, Dispersion

Calming down excited neighbors isn't too difficult. In fact, it's actually contagious for some creatures, including woodlice, an isopod crustacean with a rigid, segmented long exoskeleton and fourteen jointed limbs. Though they're not always so easily seen, these animals like to hang out under stone...

Mar 27, 2015 04:07 PM EDT

Comfort Foods May Help With Certain Anxieties, Study Shows

Comfort foods could help with some anxiety issues, a new study suggests.

Mar 02, 2015 10:53 AM EST

Passive Facebook Use Makes You Envious

Facebook. What's not to love?

Feb 17, 2015 02:14 PM EST

Virtual Reality Could Change How Anxiety Is Treated In Older People

Could virtual reality be an effective treatment for older individuals dealing with anxiety?

Dec 19, 2014 07:24 PM EST

Could Early Exposure To Antidepressants Increase Anxiety Risk In Future Offspring?

Statistics show that around 15 percent of women in the United States suffer from anxiety disorders and depression during pregnancy. During this time, they may be prescribed antidepressants to help out. However, very little is known about the exposure to these medications and how it might affect futu...

Jun 16, 2014 10:01 AM EDT

Anxious Children Have Larger 'Fear Centers' in Their Brains: Anxiety Disorder Development

Scientists have found that alterations in the development of the "fear center" in the brain during childhood may have an important influence on the development of anxiety problems.

Mar 18, 2014 12:38 PM EDT

Psychology Research: Smartphone May Alleviate Anxiety Through Use of App

Anxiety affects the everyday individual. These feelings can arise from a long day at the office or a blind date you have later that evening. However, prolonged cases of anxiety can be a problem for millions of Americans.

Mar 07, 2014 12:28 AM EST

Could LSD Help Lower Anxiety in Terminally Ill Patients? Study

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Mar 06, 2014 04:34 PM EST

Research Reveals How Marijuana Relieves Anxiety

Last month, ESPN reported that Ryan Clark, the safety for the Pittsburgh Steelers, said that his teammates used marijuana as a means to relieve pain and manage stress. Now, a new study shows sheds light on marijuana use for managing stress.

Jan 20, 2014 11:28 PM EST