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Scientists identify a gene in brain that might reduce anxiety
Updated : 2 years, 10 months ago IST
An international team of scientists discovered a gene in the brain that is responsible for anxious feelings. Importantly, gene alteration has been found to decrease anxiety levels, providing an attractive new therapeutic target for anxiety disorders.
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Study defines children's shyness and its meaning
Updated : 2 years, 5 months ago IST
Describe shyness. According to research, shyness is characterised by dread and anxiety in the face of social novelty and/or social judgement. Although behavioural, affective, and physiological manifestations of shyness might occur, little is known about how these elements interact.
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Problems with 'pruning' brain connections linked to teenage mental health
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
According to a new study, problems with the brain's ability to 'prune' itself of unneeded connections may be at the root of a wide spectrum of mental health illnesses that emerge throughout adolescence.
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Recognition of same-sex marriage to have wide impact on socio-cultural, re
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
The Bar Council of India (BCI) on Sunday in its joint meetings with State Bar Councils showed great anxiety and serious concern over a batch of petitions presently examined by the Constitution Bench of Supreme Court pertaining to 'marriage equality rights for LGBTQAI+ community'.
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Talking therapies might lower risk of future cardiovascular: Study
Updated : 2 years, 5 months ago IST
According to a new health data analysis led by UCL researchers, talking therapies can be used effectively to treat depression in adults over 45. This treatment may be associated with lower rates of future cardiovascular disease.
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Study reveals digital peer emotional support improves youth well-being
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
Emerging adulthood (ages 19 to 25 years) is a developmental stage characterised by increased mental health problems, particularly depression and anxiety.
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Chinese businesses face closure in Pakistan: Report
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
The casualties among Chinese nationals in Pakistan are causing anxiety in the minds of Chinese companies and Xi Jinping's government. These targeted attacks will severely impede Chinese investments in Pakistan, creating tension between the two "brotherly" nations.
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People with traumatic childhood may be angry adults, says study
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
Research discovered that people with depression and anxiety who had a traumatic childhood often grew up to be angry adults, and that the more severe the trauma, the more enraged the adult. This complicates the treatment of depression and anxiety, in addition to having an effect on social int
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Unspoken Pain: Infertility's Impact on Mental Health in Indian Couples
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI/YourPressBuddy): Infertility is an uncomfortable and stigmatised topic in India. This does not steal away from its alarming rise. "Nearly one in six married couples are believed to be impacted by infertility in India, sadly less than 1% seek medical assistanc
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Researchers discover biomarkers of post-traumatic stress disorder in blood
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
According to a recent study, four biomarkers that can be easily measured through a simple blood test exhibit certain patterns in people who are now experiencing or are at high risk for post-traumatic stress disorder. The results indicate that these biomarkers might be employed to identify PT
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Good experiences in close relationships linked to improved physical health
Updated : 2 years, 12 months ago IST
Physical health is influenced by social ties, although the nature of this link is unknown. According to a new study published in Social Psychology and Personality Science, how you feel about your close relationships may alter how your body operates.
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Israel PM Netanyahu expected to freeze judicial reform legislation
Updated : 2 years, 12 months ago IST
"Tonight we saw some very difficult scenes. I'm turning to the prime minister, the government and the members of the coalition. The emotions are difficult and painful. Deep anxiety is engulfing the people. The security, the economy, the society - everything is threatened. The eyes of all
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