Anxiety

Experiments in mouse models of depression suggest an intriguing possibility — that exposure to certain stimuli could change how well antidepressants work. View original article Contributor:

According to newly published research, a drug that helps eradicate fear could boost the effectiveness of a common PTSD treatment. View original article Contributor:

Ativan is a brand-name prescription medication that’s used to treat anxiety, insomnia (trouble sleeping), and status epilepticus (a severe type of seizure). It’s a type of drug called a benzodiazepine. Ativan is also available as the generic drug lorazepam. Learn about side effects, warnings, dosage, and more. View original article Contributor:

Diabetes and stress seem to be linked in several important ways. This article explores how stress can lead to diabetes, how diabetes can cause stress, and research backed ways to manage stress. View original article Contributor:

Social anxiety can have a crucial impact on a person’s well-being and quality of life. Read this Spotlight feature for tips on how to manage it. View original article Contributor:

Anger is a natural human emotion. Although occasional anger affects most people, regularly feeling angry can affect quality of life. Learn about some causes of anger, as well as what to do, here. View original article Contributor:

Certain situations and events can be anxiety triggers for some people. Strategies are available to help people avoid triggers and get their anxiety under control. Learn more here. View original article Contributor:

There are many ways to calm anxiety. Tips include deep breathing, drinking less caffeine, and trying other relaxation strategies. Learn more here. View original article Contributor:

By studying young monkeys, scientists have identified the first of what they believe to be many brain molecules with a causal role in anxiety. View original article Contributor:

Although exercise can improve mental health, little is known about whether physical fitness can reduce the risk of developing mental health conditions. View original article Contributor: