Anxious brains see threats everywhere: new study explores why
NCT ID NCT04187326
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 25 times
Summary
This study looked at how people with high trait anxiety (a stable personality trait) process visual information, especially emotional faces. 23 young adults completed computer tasks and brain scans to understand why they have trouble telling safety from threat. The goal is to use these findings to develop new therapies for anxiety.
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University of Massachusetts Chan School of Medicine
Worcester, Massachusetts, 01655, United States
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