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Editorial proposes an innovative systems medicine approach to address clinician burnout

A new editorial published in the Heart and Mind journal proposes an innovative systems medicine approach to address the epidemic of clinician burnout and holistically improve clinician mental health and wellbeing (Heart and Mind: September 18, 2023. | DOI: 10.4103/hm.HM-D-23-00013, published ahead of print).

22 Sep 2023

AIHW report provides the most recent prevalence estimates on endometriosis

Around 14% of women aged 44–49 are estimated to have endometriosis, the latest release from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) has revealed.

22 Sep 2023

Millions of U.S. adults experience the co-occurrence of chronic pain and mental health symptoms

New University of Arizona Health Sciences research recently published in the journal PAIN found that nearly 1 in 20 adults in the U.S. experience the co-occurrence of chronic pain and anxiety or depression, resulting in functional limitations in daily life.

21 Sep 2023

Skipping genetic counseling does not increase distress for ovarian or breast cancer screening

Skipping genetic counseling before or after taking a remote screening of inherited risk for ovarian or breast cancer does not increase distress, anxiety or depression, according to a study published Sept. 14 in JAMA Oncology.

21 Sep 2023

Brain activity changes predict recovery from early PTSD symptoms

After a traumatic experience, most people recover without incident, but some people - between 2% and 10%- develop posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a mental health condition that can cause debilitating symptoms of anxiety due to emotional dysregulation.

21 Sep 2023

Is presence of a premenstrual disorder associated with higher risk of early menopause and menopause-related vasomotor symptoms?

A new paper explores how PMDs affect the time of menopause and the severity of vasomotor menopausal symptoms like hot flashes.

21 Sep 2023

Think again: Suppressing negative thoughts may actually improve mental health

Suppressing negative thoughts may not be harmful after all, says new study from University of Cambridge researchers. Training participants to actively suppress worrisome thoughts led to less vivid fears and improved mental health, challenging the notion that thought suppression is maladaptive.

21 Sep 2023

Calm and hope may be promising routes to psychological wellbeing after crisis

Periods of collective stress, such as a pandemic or climate crisis, have a major impact on our psychological wellbeing.

20 Sep 2023

Could reducing light exposure help you sleep better and improve your mental health during pregnancy?

Higher light exposure at night and poor sleep quality are associated with poorer mental health outcomes.

20 Sep 2023

New evaluation tool offers practical guidance for diagnosing extreme form of social isolation

A new evaluation tool offers practical guidance for diagnosing an extreme form of social isolation known as hikikimori.

19 Sep 2023

Global talks at UN to focus on pandemic preparedness, universal health coverage, and TB

Pandemic preparedness, universal health coverage, and tuberculosis (TB) will be at the centre of global talks at the United Nations this week, with the health sector ramping up pressure on leaders to make good on commitments towards the health SDGs.

19 Sep 2023

Using both cannabis and tobacco linked to higher rates of depression and anxiety

People who use both cannabis and tobacco have significantly higher rates of depression and anxiety than those who use either substance alone or not at all, according to a new study by UC San Francisco researchers.

19 Sep 2023

Trajectory of fear of cancer recurrence levels six to 18 months post-breast cancer diagnosis

Researchers examined the predictors of fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) and its trajectory among breast cancer (BC) patients.

19 Sep 2023

Researchers conduct comprehensive psychological evaluation of university students

The prevalence rates of stress, depression, anxiety, insomnia, mania, suicidal ideation, loneliness, and psychotic experiences among university-going students in the UK.

18 Sep 2023

How did exposure to news on COVID-19 through social platforms impact psychological health and behavior?

The relationship between news on the COVID-19 pandemic through social media, feelings of fear and anxiety, and behavior.

18 Sep 2023

MDMA-assisted therapy reduces PTSD symptoms dramatically

New study shows MDMA-assisted therapy significantly reduces symptoms in individuals with moderate to severe PTSD, outperforming traditional therapy and medications. The study, covering multiple sites in the U.S. and Israel, indicates that while effective, further research is needed to explore potential side effects and effectiveness across diverse groups.

17 Sep 2023

Pandemic firearm buyers have higher rates of mental health problems, antisocial behavior, study finds

People who bought firearms during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic have much higher rates of recent suicidal thoughts, self-harm behaviors and intimate partner violence, compared with other firearm owners and people who do not own firearms, a new study suggests.

15 Sep 2023

New genetic test reveals a person’s predisposition to happiness

Your happiness levels aren't only based on external events. Genome testing can reveal how happy and optimistic you are predisposed to be. A leading testing expert reveals how variations of a key gene, CNR1, may have a significant impact on your level of happiness.

15 Sep 2023

Genetic sequencing shows promise as first-tier newborn screening test

Newborn screening (NBS) is routinely performed across the world using biochemical testing methods. Recent advancements in genetic sequencing are a potential game-changer for newborn screening, swiftly assessing a comprehensive range of monogenic disorders.

14 Sep 2023

Targeted use of ultrasound technology can lead to significant changes in brain function

The targeted use of ultrasound technology can bring about significant changes in brain function that could pave the way towards treatment of conditions such as depression, addiction, or anxiety, a new study suggests.

12 Sep 2023

Anxiety News and Research

Latest Anxiety News and Research

Editorial proposes an innovative systems medicine approach to address clinician burnout

AIHW report provides the most recent prevalence estimates on endometriosis

Millions of U.S. adults experience the co-occurrence of chronic pain and mental health symptoms

Skipping genetic counseling does not increase distress for ovarian or breast cancer screening

Brain activity changes predict recovery from early PTSD symptoms

Is presence of a premenstrual disorder associated with higher risk of early menopause and menopause-related vasomotor symptoms?

Think again: Suppressing negative thoughts may actually improve mental health

Calm and hope may be promising routes to psychological wellbeing after crisis

Could reducing light exposure help you sleep better and improve your mental health during pregnancy?

New evaluation tool offers practical guidance for diagnosing extreme form of social isolation

Global talks at UN to focus on pandemic preparedness, universal health coverage, and TB

Using both cannabis and tobacco linked to higher rates of depression and anxiety

Trajectory of fear of cancer recurrence levels six to 18 months post-breast cancer diagnosis

Researchers conduct comprehensive psychological evaluation of university students

How did exposure to news on COVID-19 through social platforms impact psychological health and behavior?

MDMA-assisted therapy reduces PTSD symptoms dramatically

Pandemic firearm buyers have higher rates of mental health problems, antisocial behavior, study finds

New genetic test reveals a person’s predisposition to happiness

Genetic sequencing shows promise as first-tier newborn screening test

Targeted use of ultrasound technology can lead to significant changes in brain function

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