Anxiety

A systematic review of animal research suggests that caffeine can reduce anxiety and depressive-like behaviors by acting as a brake on the brain's immune system and lowering neuroinflammation.

For those struggling with social anxiety, the belief that first impressions can't be changed might actually be a relief. New research shows that adopting a fixed mindset about social judgments can reduce stress and improve conversational performance.

Mice with persistent anxiety are quicker to learn about alcohol-related rewards than their less anxious peers. A new study reveals this connection is controlled by the brain’s endocannabinoid system, offering clues into anxiety and alcohol use disorders.

While social anxiety is usually associated with avoiding conflict, a new study reveals that socially anxious individuals who also possess traits of vulnerable narcissism are more likely to respond to perceived social threats with hostility and aggression.

A common blood pressure medication shows promise for reducing anxiety, but a new study reveals a surprising catch: it alters how the brain processes distractions, affecting men’s and women’s focus in completely opposite ways.

Short breathing exercises can prevent sudden spikes in heart rate and anxiety. A new study reveals that just a few minutes of controlled breathing keeps physiological stress markers from rising when individuals face an intimidating social evaluation.

Autistic individuals often mask their traits to navigate social situations, a practice linked to poor mental health. A new study suggests these negative outcomes may actually be driven by underlying social anxiety rather than the act of camouflaging itself.

Childhood trauma can leave a lasting mark on brain development. A new study reveals how these early neurobiological changes elevate anxiety and reduce self-control, paving the way for chronic procrastination in adulthood.

A new study suggests that the advanced brain aging often seen in people with anxiety and depression is partly explained by differences in cognitive skills like memory and processing speed, rather than the psychiatric conditions alone.

A new study finds that as artificial intelligence advances, the fear of falling behind is creating a measurable psychological burden. Fortunately, building practical competence with these new digital tools can help protect your mental health.

A person’s rigid attempts to avoid anxious feelings might increase their likelihood of developing an anxiety disorder. New research suggests that learning to accept and adapt to psychological distress could be a key component in treating mental health conditions.

A survey of adult men reveals that strict adherence to certain traditional masculine ideals, like extreme self-reliance, is linked to an inability to process emotions, which corresponds to higher rates of anxiety and depression.

Physical feelings of anxiety tend to predict chronic stress markers better than depression symptoms, suggesting that past research linking depression to body strain may have picked up on hidden anxiety instead.

A recent study suggests that basil extract might help ease anxiety and depression. When taken with standard antidepressants, patients using a nightly basil syrup reported greater symptom relief than those taking a placebo.

A new study reveals how social anxiety and depression distort the way people update their self-beliefs in response to feedback. While social anxiety amplifies negative judgments about competence, depression makes it difficult to accept positive feedback entirely.