Getting shy children to 'face their fears' and coaching parents in exposure therapy is the focus of a new study at The University of Queensland. UQ's School of Psychology's Dr Simon Byrne said while shyness was common among children, parents…
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We are facing a rise in mental health problems 'caused by poor sleep'
We all know a poor night’s sleep can make you feel groggy in the morning, but the long-term impacts of frequently sleeping badly could be much more serious. Experts have warned of an upcoming rise in mental health problems caused by sleep issues, in the results of…
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Anxiety: Popular prescribed medication puts you at risk of neuromuscular dysfunction
Babylon Health: Tips for coping with anxiety and mental health We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on…
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Many cancer survivors continue to suffer long-term burdensome symptoms, study shows
Previous standards of cancer follow-up care and support may no longer meet current needs as improvements in screening practices, early diagnosis and treatment of cancer have put long-term survival beyond five years following diagnosis within reach for more than half…
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Simple breathing exercises to beat anxiety at work
Being at work can be stressful at the best of times. But if you’re navigating a return to the office after a long time away, starting in a new role with more responsibility, or going through something difficult in your…
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New study seeks to improve mental health and wellbeing of young women
Worry, anxiety and depression – when mental health problems strike, they hit hard, particularly in times of uncertainty. With young women consistently and disproportionately more affected by mental health problems compared to young men, experts say it highlights widespread gender…
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Study uncovers startling evidence from coroners' inquests into suicides of older people in the 1700s
Previous studies of suicide in the 1700s have focussed on societal attitudes rather than the experiences of people who took their own lives. These suicides have largely been described as 'medicalised' acts driven by lunacy. By contrast, University of Cambridge…
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Women now drink as much as men — and are prone to sickness sooner
Victoria Cooper thought her drinking habits in college were just like everyone else's. Shots at parties. Beers while bowling. Sure, she got more refills than some and missed classes while nursing hangovers, but she couldn't have a problem, she thought….
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European Virtual Institute receives award to explore brain circuits that underlie emotional behavior
A Marie Sklodowska-Curie Innovative Training Network will explore the brain circuits that underlie emotional behavior thanks to funding of 4.5 million euros by the European Research Council. The award creates a Virtual Institute of seven European universities, including the University…
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Anxiety Can Totally Affect Your Poops — Here's How
Your brain plays a role in how well, (or not) you poop. If you’ve ever lived through a nerve-wracking or mortifying experience, you might know the feeling of bolting to the bathroom, cheeks fully clenched, to do an emergency number…
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