Anxiety News and Articles

July 17, 2008
Brain region linked to obsessive disorder risk
Scientists have located an area in the brain that fails to "kick-in" for people with obsessive compulsive disorder and those at risk of developing the condition.
Health Tip: Staying Emotionally Healthy
Suggestions to maintain a sound mind
July 16, 2008
Injured teens can be impaired by depression, stress
After a serious injury, some teenagers suffer from depression and anxiety that can eventually interfere with their daily lives, researchers have found.
July 12, 2008
Trauma Center Counseling Reduces Kids' Repeat Injuries
Emergency department 'teachable moments' remembered well by parents, youngsters, study finds
July 10, 2008
Anorexia, 'bigorexia' may have same genetic roots
A new study with twins suggests that for men, the obsession with being too small and undeveloped, known as muscle dysmorphic disorder, may share the same genetic underpinnings as anorexia nervosa.
July 8, 2008
Relationship Violence Common Among College Students
Almost half had experienced it before or during college, survey shows
'Sideline' Rage Triggers Mirror Those of Angry Drivers
Parents who rant at kids' sporting events let ego get in the way, study says
July 5, 2008
Anxiety, Shyness May Be Long-Lasting Traits
Brain mechanism present early in life predisposes people to worry, study finds
July 4, 2008
Medication Reduces Violence in Some Schizophrenics
Treating psychosis alone may not end risk; older drugs as good as newer ones, study finds
Tongue-Driven Device Aids Handicapped
Magnetic tracer lets disabled control wheelchairs, perform other tasks independently
July 3, 2008
Health Tip: Help Prevent Headaches
Keep stress at bay
July 1, 2008
Elevated Albumin Levels in Urine Raise Hypertension Risk
Findings suggest current concept of 'normal' protein secretion needs revision
June 26, 2008
Heather Locklear seeks medical help for depression
Actress Heather Locklear, famous for roles on television dramas "Dynasty" and "Melrose Place," has checked into an Arizona medical facility for psychological treatment, her spokeswoman said on Tuesday.
Elderly patients should be assessed for PTSD
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is not unusual in elderly patients. A lifetime diagnosis of PTSD is associated with symptoms of depression and anxiety in this population, according to findings published in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry.
June 24, 2008
Senior Falls Can Lead to Brain Injury
They resulted in 8,000 deaths, 56,000 hospitalizations for those 65 and older, CDC reports
June 20, 2008
Overtime Work Tied to Anxiety, Depression
Rates were higher among less-skilled and those with lower incomes, study finds
June 18, 2008
Type, Severity of Iraq War Injuries Change Over Time
Insurgents' explosive devices killing more soldiers, leaving injured with more wounds, study says
June 17, 2008
High Blood Pressure in Kids Tracks Into Adulthood
Study also suggests strong association between chilhood overweight and higher readings
June 14, 2008
Study shows long-term 9/11 stress in lower Manhattan
One in eight people who lived near the World Trade Center at the time of the Sept. 11 attacks in 2001 were still suffering post traumatic stress disorder two to three years later, a new study indicated on Friday.
PTSD High Among Witnesses to 9/11
One in 8 NYC residents near scene affected years later, with those injured suffering most
Coffee Beans May Be Newest Stress-Buster
Just inhaling the aroma activated anxiety-relieving genes, rat research shows
Health Tip: Symptoms of a Social Phobia
An intense fear of social situations
Pursuit of Females Dates Way, Way Back
Skeletal findings suggest men fighting over women took place even in prehistoric times.
June 13, 2008
Teen's eating disorders fueled by anxiety
Eating disorder symptoms are only temporary for many adolescents, according to the results of a self-reported survey conducted in Finland. However, among teens with persistent or recurring symptoms, anxiety appears to be an underlying factor.
Moderate Aerobics May Ease Insomnia Symptoms
Brazilian study finds 36% reduction in time awake and a drop in anxiety levels
June 12, 2008
Incense may calm anxiety, depression
If the scent of burning incense helps you relax, a new animal study may help explain why.
June 10, 2008
Kids' anxiety may be due to untreated sleep apnea
Children at high risk for sleep-disordered breathing are more likely to have anxiety, according to research presented Monday at SLEEP 2008, the 22nd Annual Meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies.
Too Much Cell Phone Time Takes Toll on Teen Sleep
Study found excessive use made adolescents more sleepy, restless and stressed
For Women, a Happy Marriage Means Sweet Dreams
Those in troubled unions report more sleep problems, study finds
June 7, 2008
Parents unharmed by 'false-positive' hearing test
Parents do not seem to suffer lingering anxiety after routine newborn screening falsely suggests their child may have a hearing problem, a study has found.
June 6, 2008
Bipolar Teens at Greater Risk of Substance Abuse
They're more likely to smoke, abuse drugs, alcohol, study finds
June 5, 2008
Family therapy helpful in young children with OCD
Many young children who suffer from obsessive-compulsive disorder may get better with the help of psychological therapy that involves their parents as well, a small study suggests.
Cooling May Not Help Injured Brains in Children
Experts say it's too soon to judge this therapy for traumatic brain injury
June 4, 2008
Reliving trauma can help prevent PTSD: study
People who undergo a type of psychotherapy in which they relive a traumatic event are less likely to get post-traumatic stress disorder than those getting another common form of therapy, researchers said on Monday.
Exposure Therapy Effective in Preventing Post-Traumatic Stress
It eased anxiety, corrected belief that reliving memories must be avoided, study concludes
May 30, 2008
Fox News worker sues over bedbugs in NY office
A Fox News employee who says she suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder after being bitten by bedbugs at work filed a lawsuit on Thursday against the owner of the office tower where she worked.
May 28, 2008
Mental illness cited in asthma link to suicide
New research indicates that asthma is significantly linked to suicidal thoughts and suicide attempts, but after accounting for mental health conditions and smoking, the association is markedly weakened.
Post-traumatic stress soars in U.S. troops
Newly diagnosed cases of post-traumatic stress disorder among U.S. troops sent to Iraq and Afghanistan surged 46.4 percent in 2007, bringing the five-year total to more than 38,000, according to U.S. military data released on Tuesday.
May 23, 2008
9/11 Workers Face Chronic Mental Impairment
Stress levels comparable to those seen in returning Afghanistan war veterans, study says
May 22, 2008
Post-stroke psyche may limit return to work
Physical ability may not be the only factor determining whether a person returns to work after suffering a stroke. Psychiatric factors, such as anxiety and depression, also appear to impact return-to-work, suggest findings from a study conducted in New Zealand.
Metabolic Syndrome Foretells Diabetes in Elderly
But increased cardiovascular risk less certain, researchers find
May 21, 2008
Sorafenib Shows Promise for Heart-Lung Disease
Cancer drug interferes with abnormal cell growth seen in pulmonary hypertension
May 19, 2008
Mom's Stress in Pregnancy May Up Baby's Asthma and Allergy Risk
Higher levels of allergy marker found in cord blood of stressed mothers' babies
Depression, PTSD Common Among Lung Transplant Patient Caregivers
They're 4 to 5 times more likely to suffer symptoms, but trained counselors could help
May 17, 2008
Childhood anxiety may worsen anorexia
Anorexic women with a history of childhood anxiety may have particularly severe symptoms of the eating disorder, a study suggests.
May 16, 2008
Rapid prostate cancer test does not ease anxiety
The stress and anxiety associated with receiving results of a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test for prostate cancer is not relieved by using rapid PSA tests, but men still prefer to have their results quickly, results of a study indicate.
Obesity tied to risk of psychiatric disorders
Obesity is a well known risk factor for certain physical health problems, but a new study suggests that heavy adults also have higher rates of psychiatric disorders.
Health Tip: Keeping the Caregiver Healthy
Here are ways to prevent feeling burned out and stressed
May 12, 2008
High Blood Pressure, Cholesterol Associated With Eye Disease
Risk for retinal vein blockage more than doubles when these conditions go untreated
High Blood Pressure Still Slipping Past Doctors
Study finds little more than half of patients were checked, only 39% met treatment goals
Demanding Jobs May Pay Cognitive Dividends in Retirement
Intellectual demands reap mental benefits regardless of age or education, study finds
May 9, 2008
Bladder trouble tied to depression, anxiety
Women who suffer from "dysfunctional voiding" -- like having to urinate often and having difficulty voiding -- experience a greater degree of depression and anxiety compared to women without these symptoms, research suggests.
Mood Disorders Put Breast Cancer Patients at Risk for PTSD
They're twice as likely to have suffered from depression before the diagnosis
Prior assault boosts PTSD risk after combat
Men and women who were assaulted before entering military service are more than twice as likely to develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after combat deployment, Navy researchers report.
PTSD common in chronic migraine sufferers
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is more common in people who suffer from chronic migraine headache than in those with episodic migraine headache, research suggests.
May 8, 2008
TV Coverage of Tragedies Often Lacks Prevention Messages
When police, fire officials interviewed, viewers twice as likely to hear advice
May 7, 2008
Imaging Advances Map Brain Areas Affecting Mood
Circuits involved with depression, bipolar disorders could receive more targeted treatment
Iraq war strains U.S. army mental health system
Fort Drum, a bleak U.S. Army base in upstate New York, is a test case for how the military is handling a looming mental health crisis.
May 3, 2008
9/11 Counselors at Risk for Secondary Trauma
Social workers hearing repeated stories can suffer post-traumatic stress of their own
May 3, 2008
Migraine often associated with psychiatric disorders
Migraine is commonly associated with a variety of psychiatric disorders, including depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, and social phobia, a new study shows.
May 2, 2008
Gates acknowledges mistakes in treatment of troops
U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates on Thursday said the military had made mistakes in treating returning combat troops including in their physical and mental health care and by providing some sub-standard housing.
May 1, 2008
Veterans' lawyer asks judge to help stem suicides
Saying 18 U.S. veterans commit suicide every day, a lawyer representing veterans' groups asked a federal judge on Wednesday to order the government to provide better mental health care.
New mental health policy may help more U.S. troops
U.S. troops who seek psychological care after combat will no longer face the possibility of losing their security clearances, a major policy shift that may lead more military members to seek needed help.
Children in intensive care often develop delusions
About one of every three children treated in pediatric intensive care units (PICUs) subsequently report delusional memories of the experience, including disturbing hallucinations, resembling symptoms of post-traumatic stress, according to a study in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.
Delusions Common in Pediatric ICU
Hallucinations during use of sedatives increase risk of post-traumatic stress, study finds
April 30, 2008
High Self-Esteem May Mask Defensiveness
If personal feelings are 'fragile,' it's no better than having a poor view of one's self
April 29, 2008
Studies show brain pacemaker helps depression, OCD
Two of the largest and longest studies so far show a "brain pacemaker" can effectively treat depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), researchers said on Friday.
April 23, 2008
Antipsychotic Drugs Linked to Pneumonia in Elderly
Mechanism unclear, but nursing home study says risk greatest week after meds begin
Gene Variant Boosts Risk for Stress-Related Ischemia
Patients 3 times more likely to suffer dangerous spike in blood flow to heart, study finds
April 22, 2008
Treating PTSD Helps Kids Deal With Loss
Camp-based therapy proved more beneficial than individual grief counseling, study finds
April 18, 2008
Study says 300,000 U.S. troops suffer mental problems
About 300,000 U.S. troops returning from Iraq and Afghanistan suffer symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder or depression, but about half receive no care, an independent study said on Thursday.
Work Conflicts Can Do a Job on Your Sleep
They're more disruptive than long hours, night shifts or job insecurity, study says
Breast-Feeding While on Seizure Meds Doesn't Harm Babies
Study finds no negative impact on children's cognitive development
April 16, 2008
Heart Failure Drugs Linked to Hip Bone Loss in Older Men
Loop diuretics more than double risk for fractures, study finds
April 15, 2008
Testosterone Levels Among Financial Traders Affect Performance
British study found those with more of the male hormone in the morning made more money
April 12, 2008
'Worry' Spot in Brain Found
But anxiety could be helpful in long run, researchers note
April 10, 2008
15 Million Americans Suffer From Social Anxiety Disorder
Condition keeps them from having friends and mates, survey shows
April 8, 2008
Too Little Sleep Leads to Too Much Weight for Kids
And some parents may unsuspectingly contribute to their child's sleep problems, researchers say
New Guidelines Tackle Treatment of Resistant Hypertension
Multi-drug regimens, dose timing, adherence to therapy all matter, heart association says
Heard the One About How to Beat Tension?
Research shows anticipation of laughter helps reduce body's release of stress hormones
April 5, 2008
Lowering Blood Pressure Improves Brain Hemorrhage Outcomes
Aggressive action is safe and may cut risk of disability, death, study finds
April 4, 2008
Mother-Child Bond Affects Quality of Conflict Resolution
Security determined outcome of 'terrible 2s' battles but not frequency, study suggests
April 3, 2008
Antipsychotic Drugs of Little Benefit to Alzheimer's Patients
They offered some relief, but results were not statistically significant
April 2, 2008
Obesity Drug Shows Mixed Success Against Atherosclerosis
Hope is that Acomplia might help fight coronary disease
March 30, 2008
Managing Stress Can Lower Heart Death Risk
Treatment of anxiety can reduce threat from disease, study says
March 27, 2008
Health Tip: Stressed Teens
Suggestions to help you cope
March 21, 2008
Trauma Patients Suffer Even 12 Months After Injury
Those with joint and extremity damage had chronic pain lasting years
March 14, 2008
Anxiety Helps Elderly Women Live Longer
But stress linked to shorter life for men, study finds
March 12, 2008
Caring for Heart Patients Can Strain Hearts
Caregivers were stressed, ate poorly, study found
Possible Reason for Rimonabant's Side Effects Discovered
Weight-loss drug not approved in U.S. may block brain receptor among some users
March 5, 2008
Deficit in Brain Function Puts Teens at Risk of Drug Abuse
Frontal cortex at center of ability to control impulsive responses, study finds
Aromatherapy Falls Short, Study Finds
It didn't heal wounds, relieve pain or boost immune status
Health Tip: Anxiety Attacks
Here are common symptoms
March 4, 2008
Substance Abusers With PTSD Face Poorer Outcomes
Finding shows half with drug dependence also have post-traumatic stress disorder
March 3, 2008
Stress Can Help Trigger Stroke
Study found a clear association, but no such link for depression
March 2, 2008
Surviving Daylight Saving Switch
Night owls especially need to readjust to cope with loss of hour's sleep on March 9
February 28, 2008
Biomarkers for Mood May Alter Psychiatric Treatments
Study finds blood can used to diagnose severity of bipolar illness
February 27, 2008
Health Tip: Canker Sores
Who's more likely to get them
February 24, 2008
When Worry Consumes You
Do you fret about everything around the clock? There is help you can get.
February 22, 2008
Vietnam vet study links PTSD to mortality risk
Post-traumatic stress disorder is nearly as powerful a predictor of the likelihood of dying over a 15-year period as an abnormal score on two laboratory tests commonly used to gauge overall health, a new study in Vietnam veterans demonstrates.
February 15, 2008
Daily Stress May Raise Women's Risk of Cervical Cancer
Researchers find chronic worry impairs immune response to cancer-causing virus
February 14, 2008
Brain receptor may be target for alcoholism therapy
Treatment with drugs that block a key brain receptor called NK1R may help alcoholics remain abstinent and may be of use for treating other addictive disorders, according to research published online by Science Express.
OCD psychotherapy causes brain changes
X-ray scans show significant changes in brain activity after 4 weeks of daily counseling for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), according to California-based researchers.
February 13, 2008
Marijuana Use Among MS Patients Raises Risk for Cognitive, Mood Problems
Study found slowed information-processing, increase in depression, anxiety
PTSD a Risk Factor for Long-Term Disease
Study finds trauma disorder as good a marker for health status as common chronic ills
February 12, 2008
Respiratory Distress Treatment Studies Conflict
Experts differ on what answers the research offers
February 11, 2008
Gene Variations Help Regulate Response to Stress
Adults abused in childhood lack protective changes against depression, U.S. study says
Health Tip: Reduce Stress at Work
Suggestions to try
February 10, 2008
Spouse's Sickness Bodes Ill for Partner's Health
Stress of hospitalization may pose deadly burden
February 7, 2008
Domestic Violence Harms Long-Term Health of Victims
Both women, men suffer more chronic illnesses, practice more risky behaviors
February 6, 2008
Bullying harms kids' mental health: study
A new study provides strong evidence that being bullied can cause children to develop depression and anxiety.
February 5, 2008
Depression linked to earlier death: study
A new study suggests that older adults with a history of depression may live a shorter life than those without the disorder -- but past battles with post-traumatic stress disorder may not carry the same risk.
9/11 Exposure Linked to Behavior Trouble in Kids
Preschoolers living near the World Trade Center had sleeplessness, other problems, study shows
February 4, 2008
Black Men Most at Risk for Kidney Disease Complications
Black women also less likely to have blood pressure under control, study finds
February 1, 2008
9/11 Attacks Changed Way Americans Dream
Small study suggests images more intense, but oddly lacking planes flying into towers
January 30, 2008
Stress syndrome adds risk to vets with head injury
Tests of 2,525 U.S. combat veterans after returning from Iraq have found that depression and post-traumatic stress disorder play key roles in determining who will suffer from health problems following a mild brain injury.
Concussion Raises PTSD Risk for Iraq Vets
Study found loss of consciousness increased chances of trauma the most
January 28, 2008
Sedentary Lifestyle Accelerates Aging
Active people biologically younger than couch potato set, British study suggests
Diuretics Best for Hypertension and Metabolic Syndrome
Drugs as good or better than others in treating both conditions
January 25, 2008
Colonoscopy 'Coaches' Play Lifesaving Role
Patients who got calls from those who had gotten procedure were more likely to keep first appointment
January 23, 2008
Work-related stress can kill, study finds
Work really can kill you, according to a study on Wednesday providing the strongest evidence yet of how on-the-job stress raises the risk of heart disease by disrupting the body's internal systems.
January 22, 2008
Sociable people get fat, worriers thin: Japan study
Outgoing people tend to be overweight, while anxious types are more likely to be thin, according to Japanese researchers who examined the links between personality and body mass.
January 18, 2008
Health Tip: Extreme Shyness
Warning signs of social anxiety disorder
January 17, 2008
Altered brain response seen with irritable bowel
New research suggests that women with irritable bowel syndrome have a different brain response to anticipated pain compared with other women.
Gene That Creates Cerebral Cortex Discovered
Could led to treatments for neurological damage from injuries, disease
January 16, 2008
Stress disorder common in U.S. troops after combat
About 9 percent of U.S. troops who have performed combat duty in Iraq and Afghanistan report experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder, according to a study led by Defense Department researchers.
Rate of Traumatic Stress Triples Among U.S. Troops
Steep rise from 2001 to 2006 in those seeing active combat, study finds
January 15, 2008
Maternal distress linked to asthma in children
Young children of mothers with chronic anxiety and depression are at increased risk of developing asthma, findings from a long-term, population-based study indicate.
ER Wait Times Getting Longer
Even those needing most urgent care are waiting more, study finds
January 14, 2008
Exercise may ease menopause symptoms
A regular brisk walk may help women going through menopause improve their mental well-being, a new study suggests.
January 11, 2008
Anxiety, depression predict events in heart patients
New research indicates that anxiety and depression are risk factors for major heart-related events among patients with stable coronary artery disease.
January 10, 2008
Anxious babies have more bad dreams as preschoolers
Preschoolers' odds of having nightmares may be related to their temperament as infants, which may be noticed as early as 5 months old, new research suggests.
January 8, 2008
Severe stress post-9/11 raises heart disease risk
People who felt extremely stressed directly after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 were at increased risk of being diagnosed with cardiovascular problems in the following 3 years-even if they only saw the attacks on TV, a new study shows.
Anxiety Raises Heart Attack Risk
Older men with chronic anxiety are at substantially higher risk, experts say
Anxiety raises heart attack risk in older men
An anxious disposition is a strong, independent predictor of a heart attack in older men, according to a report in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.
January 7, 2008
High Levels of Stress After 9/11 Raised Heart Disease Risk
Cardiovascular problems surfaced in people with no history of heart trouble
January 6, 2008
Breast Is Best for Reducing Stress
Early breast-feeding may bolster kids' ability to handle anxiety
January 2, 2008
Ongoing stress may trigger stress symptoms
People with ongoing stress in their lives are more likely to develop post-traumatic stress symptoms after experiencing a traumatic event, a new study shows.
January 1, 2008
Happy Marriage Eases Wife's Workday Tension
But marriage quality had no effect on working men's stress, study found
Women Who Stay Religious Less Likely to Have Anxiety Disorder
But study also shows men who practice faith less in adulthood more likely to avoid depression
December 31, 2007
Iraq PM medical tests in London "reassuring" - govt
Iraq Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki underwent medical tests in a London hospital on Sunday and his office described the results as "reassuring".
December 27, 2007
ICU Patients Not Getting Enough Sleep
Clinical-care protocols often deprive them of rest needed for healing, study says
December 26, 2007
Ebola spreads panic better than it spreads itself
Few diseases inspire as much panic as an outbreak of Ebola fever.
Health Tip: If You Fear Going to the Dentist
Suggestions to deal with the anxiety
December 25, 2007
Cabin Fever Has an Online Cure This Year
National Wildlife Federation site shows parks and green spaces close to your zip code
Post-Holiday Letdown Can Be Avoided
Healthy diet, exercise are real blues-beaters, experts say
December 24, 2007
Realistic Expectations Help Ward Off Holiday Depression
Enjoying what the season brings means taking things as they come, expert says
'Easy Does It' Eases Holiday Stress
Take time to relax and keep hassles in perspective, experts advise
December 23, 2007
Give Yourself the Gift of Sleep for the Holidays
Getting an early start on tasks and doing a little each day cuts stress, expert says
December 22, 2007
Maintaining Routine Can Chase Holiday Blues Away
The season is stressful, but simple steps can help you cope
December 21, 2007
Brain Center May Link Addiction, Mental Illness
The two conditions often occur together, scientists note
December 18, 2007
Massage may ease pain after surgery
An evening back massage may help relieve the pain and anxiety experienced by patients after major surgery, according to study results reported in the Archives of Surgery.
December 15, 2007
Workplace Flexibility Can Boost Healthy Behaviors
Giving workers some leeway promotes positive lifestyle changes, study finds
December 14, 2007
Health Tip: Dealing With Anxiety
Suggestions on how to limit worrying
December 13, 2007
High Blood Pressure Key Factor for Cardiovascular Disease
Only one-third to one-half of those getting treatment reach their target levels, survey finds
December 12, 2007
Amount of Exercise Key to Lowering Kids' Blood Pressure
Study finds total levels of activity more important than intensity
December 11, 2007
Hypertension Linked to Risk of Mild Cognitive Impairment
Study suggests it may cause the effect through cerebrovascular disease
December 7, 2007
Relatives of Parkinson's Patients at Higher Psychiatric Risk
This suggests a link between the illness and depression, anxiety disorders, researchers say
December 6, 2007
Night Shift Work May Heighten Risk for Cancer
Expert panel to add it to list of 'probable' causes of malignancy
December 5, 2007
Many Katrina Survivors Suffered Psychological Symptoms
Mood, anxiety disorders hit almost half of New Orleans residents in months after the disaster, study found
December 4, 2007
Relatives of Parkinson's patients risk depression
Immediate relatives (brother, sister, mother, father, son or daughter) of patients with Parkinson's disease are at increased risk for developing depression and anxiety disorders, especially if the disease develops before the age of 75, according to a report in published Monday.
November 27, 2007
ATV Injuries on the Rise
Fractures, brain traumas, spinal damage most common reasons for ER visits, study finds
Health Tip: Put Nightmares to Bed
Deal with the cause of your bad dreams
November 23, 2007
Obese teens may be at risk of depression later
Obese teenage girls may be more likely than their thinner peers to develop depression or anxiety disorders as adults, a study suggests.
Health Tip: Make the Holidays More Meaningful
Suggestions for you and your children
November 22, 2007
Post-traumatic stress disorder associated with asthma
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is associated with asthma even after considering the potential influence of other contributing environmental and genetic risk factors, according to a report in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.
Jobs Don't Stress Most Older Workers
And just one in five worry about losing employment, survey found
Health Tip: Keep Kids on a Realistic Schedule
Avoid planning too many activities
November 20, 2007
Fewer soldiers losing limbs after battlefield injury
In previous wars, battlefield surgeons often had to take the limb of a soldier with a bleeding leg or arm wound in order to save his life, but now with advances in vascular surgery, lives can often be saved without sacrificing a limb, a new study indicates.
November 17, 2007
Diet Drug Rimonabant Tied to Depression, Anxiety
Experts caution against prescribing drug to patients who are already depressed
November 14, 2007
Soldiers' mental health problems often delayed
The mental health problems and needs of American soldiers who have served in Iraq increase several months after they return home from deployment, new research suggests.
Follow-Up Exams Uncover More Iraq Vets With Emotional Woes
It may take months for conditions like depression, PTSD to emerge, study says
November 9, 2007
Moms-to-be often anxious, depressed: study
It is not uncommon for expectant mothers to feel anxious and depressed, new research shows, and these feelings can have serious consequences for mom and baby.
November 7, 2007
Energy Drinks Could Pose Blood Pressure Risks
Medicated heart patients might be in danger, study suggests
Health Tip: Relaxation Techniques
Suggestions to help you take it easy
November 3, 2007
Web-Based Stress Therapy Shows Promise for Vets
Self-managed care program could be expanded to other groups, study says
October 31, 2007
Younger Veterans at Greater Suicide Risk
Study also found that post-traumatic stress disorder had a 'protective' effect
October 28, 2007
Anxiety may raise death risk after heart surgery
People who are prone to anxiety may face greater risks following heart surgery than their counterparts with more relaxed dispositions, a study has found.
October 24, 2007
Marital Stress Linked to Heart Disease
Couples with troubled relationships have hardening of the coronary arteries, research says
Health Tip: Managing Stress
Diet and exercise can help you relax
October 19, 2007
Depression, anxiety tied to allergies in kids
Research in psychiatrically ill children and adolescents suggests that those with depression, anxiety and other so-called "internalizing" disorders are more likely to have allergies.
Adolescents need support during family breakups
Family breakups take a toll on adolescents, who have high rates of psychological and social problems, including substance abuse, behavioral disorders, anxiety and depression, according to a report in the journal Pediatrics
October 18, 2007
Evidence unclear on treating US veterans' stress
Many U.S. combat veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan are clearly suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, but it is not at all clear which treatments work to help them, an Institute of Medicine panel said on Thursday.
Value of Most Post-Traumatic Stress Treatments 'Uncertain'
VA-sponsored study could influence care of returning U.S. veterans.
Vulnerability to Stress Linked to Brain Molecule
Study with mice reveals heightened activity of neurotransmitter dopamine.
October 11, 2007
Meditation a Quick Fix for Stress
Small study involving Chinese undergraduates showed significant benefit.
October 2, 2007
Panic attacks raise cardiac risk in elderly women
Older women who have experienced a panic attack are at increased risk of having a heart attack or stroke and also have an increased mortality risk, according to findings published in the Archives of General Psychiatry.
Panic Attacks May Hike Heart Disease Risk in Women
Study of postmenopausal women finds association, but no direct cause and effect.
September 26, 2007
Post traumatic stress hits kids of cancer patients
Children whose parents have cancer often suffer post-traumatic stress symptoms that adults underestimate, Dutch researchers said on Wednesday.
September 19, 2007
Anxiety may persist after miscarriage
After a miscarriage, depression appears to decline during the following year, but many women and their partners continue to feel anxiety more than a year later, study findings suggest.
September 11, 2007
6 Years Later, 9/11 Health Questions Linger
Confusion, lack of data has rescue workers, medical experts frustrated.
September 10, 2007
Mental Health Woes Strike Half of Cancer Patients
Listening to patients is key to helping them feel better, researchers say
September 5, 2007
UPDATE: Teen cancer survivors show mood, behavior problems
Teenagers who've survived childhood cancers may be more likely than their siblings to be depressed or anxious, have attention problems or show antisocial behaviors, researchers report.
Controversial Anemia Drug Doesn't Cut Need for Transfusions
But it may reduce mortality rates among trauma patients, study finds.
Anxiety over pregnancy linked to premature birth
Women who are particularly anxious about their pregnancy may be at increased risk of premature delivery, a new study suggests.
September 3, 2007
Leave That Holiday 'To Do' List in a Drawer
Make fall chores notes early at night, then get the rest you need, sleep expert advises
Work Time Predicts Sleep Time
Commuting to job also determine slumber hours, study says.
August 23, 2007
Running scared: brain scans show where fear lives
Scientists using a computer game have discovered how the brain's response to fear changes as a threat gets nearer in a development that could help people suffering from panic attacks.
Experiments Get Close to 'Out-of-Body' Experience
Using virtual reality, volunteers mimicked the near-death phenomenon in separate European studies.
Battle Continues Over Vietnam PTSD Numbers
Each estimate has its boosters, critics, new articles show
August 22, 2007
Study Probes Roots of Fearful Memories
Neurochemical sears traumatic moments into the brain, study suggests.
Health Tip: While Chewing Gum May Relieve Stress ...
Don't chew too vigorously
August 20, 2007
Handling Stress Properly Increases Good Cholesterol
And that can help protect your arteries, study suggests.
August 19, 2007
Work-Family Conflict Dogs Air Force Women After Deployment
1 in 5 report symptoms of anxiety, depression once back home
August 17, 2007
Vision Restoration Therapy Might Improve Sight for Trauma, Stroke Victims
In-home computer device shows promise in stimulating affected brain areas, study shows
Depression Taking Toll on Returning U.S. Vets
Many feel like 'guests in their own home,' study finds
August 10, 2007
Personality may influence irritable bowel syndrome
People who experience high levels of stress and anxiety appear to be more likely to develop irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) following a severe gastric infection, UK and New Zealand researchers report
August 6, 2007
Bullying tied to mental health problems later
Boys who bully or are victims of bullies may have a higher risk of mental health disorders as young men, a study published Monday suggests.
Latino Men, Women Differ on Work-Family Conflict
But they saw both as a means to well-being, study finds
Health Tip: Adjusting to a Move
Help your child deal with the change
August 3, 2007
Lengthy deployment tied to mental health disorders
A study of British troops shows that prolonged periods of deployment, above the recommended limit, harm mental health and lead to problems at home, particularly for troops on the front lines.
July 31, 2007
Panic with agoraphobia linked to alcohol abuse
People who have panic disorder with agoraphobia often develop an alcohol use disorder, and visa versa -- each condition may directly contribute to the development of the other, according to a report in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry.
Child Maltreatment Rises in Homes of Soldiers Sent to War
Stress on spouse left behind cited by U.S. Army-sponsored study.
July 30, 2007
Still hear wedding bells? Maybe it's your genes
Weddings and other big events are the stuff of memories. Now researchers have found a genetic change that makes some people remember them better than others.
July 25, 2007
Too much problem talk may affect girls' well-being
Girls who discuss their problems extensively with friends may be at increased risk of developing depression and anxiety symptoms, a new study suggests.
Physical health problems often accompany PTSD
People who develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after experiencing a disaster may also face an increased risk of physical health problems, Dutch researchers report.
July 19, 2007
One Billion People Don't Get Enough Vitamin D
Expert suggests recommended daily intake be boosted to help prevent disease
July 17, 2007
Diabetics Face More Complications After Trauma
They're also less likely to be discharged to home, study finds
July 12, 2007
You can forget the unhappy past: study
Researchers have confirmed what common wisdom has long held -- that people can suppress emotionally troubling memories -- and said on Thursday they have sketched out how the brain accomplishes this.
Brain May Be Able to Suppress Memories
Experiment suggests humans can will themselves to forget.
July 10, 2007
Health Tip: When Your Child Is Stressed
Here's how you can help
July 9, 2007
Chronic insomnia linked to depression, anxiety
For some people, chronic insomnia may be a sign of broader mental health problems like depression and anxiety, according to a new study.
July 6, 2007
Mental illness an 'enormous problem' for military
Soldiers on peacekeeping missions who witness atrocities are at risk of developing mental health problems, as are those exposed to combat, a large study of Canadian military personnel shows.
June 25, 2007
Love-hate friendships may raise blood pressure
Friends who are critical, unpredictable or unreliable may literally be hard on your heart, a study published Monday suggests.
June 15, 2007
Pentagon says more funds needed for mental health
The U.S. military's mental health system fails to meet the needs of troops and is too short of funds and staff to help service members sent to fight in Iraq and Afghanistan, the Pentagon said on Friday.
June 14, 2007
Depression may often precede anxiety
Contrary to the prevailing belief, it is nearly as likely that major depressive disorder will develop into a generalized anxiety disorder, as the reverse pattern, according to a study published in the June issue of the Archives of General Psychiatry. Moreover, the lifetime prevalence of both anxiety and depression has probably been underestimated.
June 12, 2007
Stress Linked to Memory Decline
Worry, anxiety or depression may lead to mild cognitive impairment, study says.
June 7, 2007
Yoga May Help Treat Depression, Anxiety Disorders
Brain scans showed boost in valuable brain chemical, study says.
June 6, 2007
Low testosterone may impair mood in anorexic women
Low levels of the hormone testosterone in women with anorexia nervosa are associated with anxiety, depression and bone loss, Harvard researchers told attendees of the Endocrine Society's 89th annual meeting, in Toronto.
May 29, 2007
Health Tip: Stressed Out?
Meditation can help
May 17, 2007
Simple tests may predict progression to Alzheimer's
Simple cognitive tests can help predict the likelihood that a person with mild cognitive impairment will progress to Alzheimer's disease (AD), researchers report in the journal Neurology.
May 14, 2007
Anxiety increases mortality risk in heart patients
Anxiety appears to increase the risk of heart attacks and death in patients who have coronary artery disease, researchers from the United States report.
May 11, 2007
Anxiety disorders impacted by parents' drug abuse
In a study of adults with social phobia and panic disorders, researchers found that the risk of relapse increased when the subjects had parents with a history of substance misuse.
May 10, 2007
Loop recorder can diagnose unexplained palpitations
In patients with infrequent, unexplained heart palpitations, an implantable loop recorder is a safe and cost-effective tool for diagnosing the cause, according to a study conducted in Italy and reported in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.
May 9, 2007
Nearly 7 in 10 kids exposed to trauma by age 16
While exposure to traumatic events among children and teens is "almost commonplace," only a small fraction of young people will go on to develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after such exposure, a new study shows.
Changes urged in veteran combat stress policies
With more and more veterans developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), the U.S. government must overhaul its flawed system to identify who is affected and who deserves disability payments, a panel of experts said on Tuesday.
Bipolar Spectrum Disorder Under-Recognized
And only about 40% of patients receive proper meds, study finds
May 8, 2007
Duloxetine improves generalized anxiety disorder
The results of a study published in the April issue of the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry indicate that treatment with duloxetine, sold under the trade name Cymbalta, improves functioning and enhances the quality of life in patients with generalized anxiety disorder.
May 3, 2007
Teens With Migraines at Greater Risk of Suicide
Almost half have at least one psychiatric disorder, study finds
Migraines Can Signal Psychiatric Woes in Returning Iraq Vets
Headache sufferers twice as prone to PTSD or depression, study finds.
May 1, 2007
Vets From First Gulf War Show Brain Differences
But findings don't prove toxic wartime exposures are to blame, experts say.
April 30, 2007
BP drug reduces nightmares in vets with PTSD
The blood pressure-lowering drug prazosin reduces trauma nightmares and sleep disturbances in combat veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), according to a study.
April 26, 2007
Talk therapy helpful in adults with OCD
People suffering with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) may benefit from cognitive behavioral therapy, researchers from Australia report in the current issue of The Cochrane Library.
April 25, 2007
Children with asthma have more emotional problems
Children with asthma may be at increased risk of certain behavioral, emotional and developmental problems, particularly if the asthma is severe, the results of a new study suggest.
April 20, 2007
Senators seek US military mental health care probe
Nine U.S. senators asked the investigative arm of Congress on Thursday to review possible shortcomings in Pentagon treatment of troops returning with mental health problems from war in Iraq and Afghanistan.
9/11 Dreams Study Suggests TV Coverage Boosted Stress
Findings would apply to people coping with Virginia Tech tragedy, expert says.
April 12, 2007
Rail suicides anything but painless for train crews
For rail engineers like Pat Smith, death is an inevitable part of the job.
False-positive mammograms have negative effects
Women who are told their mammogram shows a possible cancer that turns out to be a false alarm are likely to suffer anxiety for a long time, according to a new study.
Exercise linked to less anxiety, depression
A regular run through the park may improve not only heart health but also mental health, a study suggests.
Smoking in pregnancy tied to mental problems
Mental health problems, such as anxiety disorders and depression, are common in women who smoke during pregnancy and may be part of the reason they do so, researchers have found.
April 11, 2007
Acupuncture, massage helpful after cancer surgery
A combination of acupuncture and massage may help ease pain and depression symptoms after cancer surgery, a new study suggests.
Abuse seen in many women with chronic pelvic pain
Women with chronic pelvic pain should be routinely evaluated for abuse and for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), conclude doctors from North Carolina.
April 5, 2007
U.S. Army medics train for "shock and horror"
Army Lt. Col. Donald Robinson is no stranger to bloodshed. As a civilian he served as a trauma surgeon at Cooper Hospital in Camden, New Jersey, a city so violent he says doctors call it the "Knife and Gun Club."
March 31, 2007
U.S. Centers to Launch Major Study of Anorexia
Developing effective treatments keyed to family support is researchers' goal
March 30, 2007
Some People Find Angry Expressions Rewarding
Study finds those with high testosterone levels get enjoyment from provocative teasing
March 29, 2007
Parental Drinking Boosts Alcoholism Risk for ADHD Kids
Association is partly explained by family stresses, studies find
March 28, 2007
Worries grow over mental health of U.S. soldiers
Retired U.S. Navy medic Charlie Anderson twice thought about committing suicide: once when he feared he would be sent back to Iraq in 2004 and again last year when a friend and fellow veteran killed himself.
Arthritis Pain Processed in Emotion-Linked Brain Area
Findings may offer a new target for treatment, study suggests
March 27, 2007
Anxiety Rising on U.S. College Campuses
More students seeking help for OCD, PTSD, other woes, survey finds.
March 20, 2007
High Rate of Psychiatric Woes in Children Bereaved by 9/11
Rates of PTSD and other conditions doubled in the years after the attacks, study found
March 14, 2007
Social Stress May Kill Off New Brain Cells
Rat finding suggests link between anxiety, depression
March 12, 2007
Health Tip: Dealing With Separation Anxiety
How to help your child say goodbye
March 9, 2007
Puberty-Linked Anxieties May Lead to Panic Disorder
Raised sensitivity to body changes can make teens more prone to worry, study suggests
March 8, 2007
Dreams of bombs, bad guys haunt Baghdad's children
Iraqi children are haunted by dreams of bad guys wielding knives or kidnapping relatives. For some, like 13-year-old Zaman, the nightmares become reality. She was abducted, beaten and threatened with rape.
Psychoanalysis effective for panic disorder
The findings from a clinical trial indicate that psychoanalytic therapy can be particularly effective for people suffering from panic disorder. Relaxation training is also helpful but it has a lower success rate.
March 5, 2007
Stressed-Out Kids More Prone to Fever
Family-linked anxiety may open the door to infection, study suggests.
February 27, 2007
'Prolonged Exposure' Therapy Best for Female Vets With PTSD
Study found it was more effective than commonly used treatment.
February 21, 2007
Kids of U.S. Soldiers in Iraq Prone to Stress
These youngsters may need special monitoring and care, researchers say
January 15, 2007
Emotional Health Vital to Heart Attack Recovery
Experts say targeting follow-up care can ease depression, fear in patients
January 12, 2007
Inflammatory Genes Linked to Salt-Sensitive Hypertension
If sodium handling goes awry, study says blood pressure spike persists long after it should
January 10, 2007
Study Backs Worksite Stress Interventions
Tension-reducing programs help hearts and the bottom line, Italian researchers say
December 28, 2006
Video Game Injuries a Holiday Hazard
Physical therapy group urges parents to give safety a thumbs up
Virtual Reality Soothes Young Burn Patients
High-tech game designed to distract kids during daily, painful treatments.
December 22, 2006
Stressed Out? Grab Hubby's Hand
In happy marriages, hand-holding calms nerves, study finds.
December 20, 2006
Iraq Vets Falling Through Health-Care Cracks
Despite lifesaving care, many with severe head injuries not getting follow-up they need, report suggests
December 18, 2006
9/11 Study Offers Insight Into How Memories Are Formed
The brain's fear center created stronger memories for those nearest Ground Zero.
December 9, 2006
College Students Can Pack Stress for Holiday Home Stay
December 1, 2006
Common PTSD Drug May Be Useless
Study finds guanfacine offers no benefit and carries risks.
November 20, 2006
PTSD Diagnosed More in Women
Different responses to trauma might explain disparity, study suggests.
November 7, 2006
Childhood Trauma Ups Risk of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Two studies found early stressors increased chances of debilitating disease.

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