ANXIETY SYMPTOMS

This pilot study tested a new type of brain stimulation, called accelerated intermittent theta burst stimulation (aiTBS), for people with anxiety disorders or PTSD. Fifteen participants received the non-invasive treatment targeting a novel brain area. The study measured changes i…

This study tested two ways to help adults with anxiety and depression become more aware of their emotions and learn to rethink them. One group used a smartwatch to track emotions in real time, while the other reflected on their day each evening. Over six weeks, both groups showed…

This study tested a 4-week program called COPE (Coping Options for Parent Empowerment) for parents of teenagers in Spain. The program teaches emotional regulation and positive parenting skills in group sessions. Researchers measured changes in parents' anxiety, depression, stress…

This study tested two ways to help adults with mild anxiety and depression in primary care. One was a 10-week group program, the other a single 50-minute session. Researchers wanted to see if the shorter option worked just as well. 136 people took part, and their symptoms were tr…

This study tested an internet-based therapy program for adults still struggling with depression or anxiety after the COVID-19 pandemic. 24 participants in Sweden completed 8 weeks of online therapy with a therapist's support. The goal was to see if this approach could reduce ling…

This study tested whether a daily probiotic supplement (Lactobacillus reuteri) could lower stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms in 150 adults aged 18-45 who reported feeling stressed. Participants took either the probiotic or a placebo for several weeks and completed surveys …

This completed study in Slovakia examined how psychological factors like resilience, stress, and positive thinking relate to the body's immune system. Researchers measured immune markers in blood and compared them to mental health questionnaires in 700 adults, including people in…