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New research suggests that post-traumatic stress disorder and other stress-related conditions may raise the risk of certain infections by up to 63%. Originally posted 2019-10-25 12:05:35. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
A missed period is often one of the first signs of pregnancy, but there are a variety of other reasons why a person might not menstruate. Learn which lifestyle factors and medical conditions can be responsible for a person’s missed period when a pregnancy test is negative. We also cover false negative test results. Originally…
Here, we describe causes and treatments for a feeling of pressure in the head. Some underlying issues, such as sinus infections, are common and easy to treat. Learn more here. Originally posted 2019-10-03 12:00:16. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
A new study attempts to unpick the role that glutamate might have in anxiety. The findings could eventually form the basis of more effective treatments. Originally posted 2019-02-10 00:12:39. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
The rate of a person’s hair growth depends on several factors, from genetics to what they eat. Find out more about the process of hair growth and what may affect its speed here. Originally posted 2019-10-24 12:01:36. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
While a main variant primes a person to develop a complex disorder such as autism, their ‘genetic background’ sets the ‘clinical features,’ a study finds. Originally posted 2018-09-11 18:02:41. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
In this month’s letter, Managing Editor Honor talks about the importance of stepping back to appreciate the smaller things in life. Originally posted 2018-12-25 00:18:57. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
Some potential causes of shortness of breath when lying down include heart failure, obesity, and emphysema. Learn more about the causes of shortness of breath when lying down here, along with their treatment options. Originally posted 2019-06-25 00:12:07. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
Skin picking involves consistently picking, pulling, or tearing healthy skin. It is a psychological symptom in many cases. Treatment includes therapy and medication. Learn more here. Originally posted 2019-08-02 06:30:54. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
By measuring the brain activity of participants across a series of days, scientists have encountered the neural signature of low mood in anxious brains. Originally posted 2018-11-09 00:00:06. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
Vyvanse is a brand of amphetamine that doctors may prescribe for ADHD or binge eating disorder (BED). Some research links amphetamine use to hypersexuality, and both ADHD and BED may also affect sexual function. Learn more about the symptoms of hypersexuality and the effects of the drug here. Originally posted 2019-06-28 06:01:16. Republished by Blog…
Relaxation techniques can, paradoxically, provoke anxiety in some people, and a new study suggests that this is because relaxation interrupts worrying. Originally posted 2019-10-15 00:06:58. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
Dexedrine and Adderall are two medications that are commonly used to treat ADHD. Both drugs are similar, but there are some differences in how they are used. In this article, we examine the similarities and differences between these two medications, along with the risks, side effects, and warnings that go with them. Originally posted 2018-08-03…
A new study confirms that anxiety can be hereditary. It also delves deeper into the connections between brain regions involved in anxious behavior. Originally posted 2018-08-03 22:56:13. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
A bounding pulse is when a person can feel their heart beating strongly. They may feel the pulse in their chest, neck, or wrists. This is often caused by anxiety or panic attacks, though in some cases it can signal another medical condition. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatments for a bounding pulse here….
Depression can lead to a lack of physical and emotional energy, in addition to causing sleep disturbances that leave a person feeling chronically fatigued. In this article, learn about the link between fatigue and depression, as well as the possible complications and how to cope. Originally posted 2018-08-03 22:58:54. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
Xanax is a benzodiazepine, a class of drug that treats anxiety and panic disorders. It usually takes less than an hour to kick in and has a calming, relaxing effect. Learn more here. Originally posted 2019-10-03 12:00:13. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
New research finds that stimulating a brain area called the caudate nucleus induces a tendency to focus too much on the downsides of a situation. Originally posted 2018-08-12 12:32:44. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
Potential causes of nausea in the morning, aside from pregnancy, include low blood sugar, hunger, migraine, and dehydration. Learn more about the potential causes of nausea in the morning here. Originally posted 2019-04-12 12:01:59. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
A recent review and meta-analysis sets out to uncover whether simply spending time in a forest can measurably reduce stress levels. Originally posted 2019-04-30 12:01:17. Republished by Blog Post Promoter