Published October 11, 2023 | Originally published on MedicalXpress Breaking News-and-Events Obese older people who sleep badly have less muscle strength and mass in their legs and arms, as well as more body fat and more symptoms of anxiety and depression than those who sleep well, according to a study conducted by researchers at the […]
By Nicholas Ng Fat Hing, Ashley Jackson | Published April 14, 2023 Key Takeaways In this umbrella review, physical activity was effective in reducing the symptoms of depression and anxiety, not only in those with mental health disorders and chronic diseases, but also in the general population. In addition, the greatest benefit of physical activity […]
Ronald Grisanti D.C., D.A.B.C.O., D.A.C.B.N., M.S., CFMP An athletic 20 year man is playing basketball and suddenly collapses on the court and dies. On a hot July day, a young and vibrant college football player suddenly makes a great tackle and never gets up.. only to be pronounced dead 5 minutes later. High School track […]
MedicalXpress Breaking News-and-Events|August 12, 2020 Yoga improves symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder, a condition with chronic nervousness and worry, suggesting the popular practice may be helpful in treating anxiety in some people. Led by researchers at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, a new study found that yoga was significantly more effective for generalized anxiety disorder than standard […]
“Probiotics paired with prebiotics may hold a place in depression and anxiety treatment regimens, according to a review of seven studies. (The BMJ)” Noonan S, Zaveri M, Macaninch E, et alFood & mood: a review of supplementary prebiotic and probiotic interventions in the treatment of anxiety and depression in adults. BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health 2020;bmjnph-2019-000053. […]
Acupuncture tied to less pain, stress, anxiety by Judy George, Senior Staff Writer, MedPage Today April 09, 2019 MILWAUKEE — Acupuncture in the emergency department (ED) was linked to less pain, stress, anxiety, and nausea among patients, a feasibility study showed. Pain scores of ED patients who received acupuncture dropped from 6.5 to 3.4 points […]
Int J Prev Med. 2019; 10: 38. Published online 2019 Mar 15. doi: 10.4103/ijpvm.IJPVM_212_17 PMCID: PMC6425770 PMID: 30967924 Mohammad Hosein Ebrahimzadeh Abstract Background: the aim of this study is to evaluate the prevalence and effect of depression and anxiety on the shoulder range of motion, as well as the objective and subjective symptoms in patients […]
Published Monday 15 October 2018 By Tim Newman Fact checked by Jasmin Collier A recently published meta-analysis concludes that omega-3 oil supplements might reduce symptoms of anxiety for some people. Anxiety is one of the most common psychiatric symptoms in the United States. It can appear as a standalone anxiety disorder or as part of […]
by Kristen Monaco, Staff Writer, MedPage Today April 10, 2018 Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) may put women at a higher risk for mental health conditions, researchers reported. When compared with women without PCOS, those with the hormonal condition had a higher prevalence of several psychiatric-related conditions, including depression (23.1% versus 19.3%), anxiety (11.5% versus 9.3%), […]
Sarah Knapton 24 JANUARY 2017 Mindfulness meditation, the practice of paying more attention to the present moment, helps lower stress hormones and decreases inflammation in the body, scientists have proven for the first time. The training has been growing in popularity in recent years, with the NHS recommending mindfulness as a way to reduce stress and […]
Date: September 19, 2016 Source: Sissa Medialab Summary: Neurofeedback is a technique used for the treatment of clinical disorders (like depression, anxiety, chronic pain, ADHD and schizophrenia etc.) and enhancement of brain performance. It is based on the “self-regulation” of brain activations underpinned by the principles of feedback control systems. Feedback systems can be found […]
Published Online: March 03, 2016 Acupuncture for substance use disorders: A systematic review and meta-analysis Sean Grant Highlights •Available evidence did not yield consistent effects for substance use outcomes. •Effects for withdrawal and anxiety symptoms were limited by low quality evidence. •Effects did not differ systematically by adjunctive status or type of comparator. Abstract Background This […]
Scientists say learning new cognitive skills can help reduce overwhelming negative thoughts Date: February 10, 2016 Source: Rutgers University Summary: A mind and body combination of exercise and meditation, done twice a week for only two months, reduced the symptoms for a group of students by 40 percent. Meditation and aerobic exercise done together helps […]
Megan Brooks July 15, 2015 Taking micronutrient supplements can help minimize psychological stress following a natural disaster, a new study confirms. “In my opinion, the combined literature now of three studies showing that people benefit mentally/emotionally from nutrient supplementation after earthquakes and floods has really important population health implications,” Bonnie J. Kaplan, PhD, of Alberta […]
Consumption of fermented foods interacts with neuroticism to predict social anxiety THURSDAY, June 11, 2015 (HealthDay News) — Fermented foods that contain probiotics seem to have a protective effect against social anxiety, especially among those with neuroticism, according to a study published in the Aug. 15 issue of Psychiatry Research. Matthew R. Hilimire, Ph.D., from […]
A pilot study has found that participating in a nine-week training program including elicitation of the relaxation response had a significant impact on clinical symptoms of the gastrointestinal disorders irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease and on the expression of genes related to inflammation and the body’s response to stress. The report from investigators […]
Tai chi as an alternative and complimentary therapy for anxiety: A systematic review Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary & Alternative Medicine, 12/22/2014 Evidence Based Medicine Review Article Sharma M, et al. – The purpose of this study was to examine studies from 1989 to March 2014 to assess whether tai chi can be an efficacious approach for managing anxiety. […]
International Journal of Women’s Health, 12/28/2014 Clinical Article Parashar R, et al. – This study was done to understand the association of hormonal fluctuation in menstruation and stress with common migraine. Migraine, particularly without aura, in women is mainly associated with stress–related anxiety or depression, and are more susceptible to stress in the premenstrual period. Methods A […]