anxiety

Abuse, Neglect in Childhood Linked to DNA Changes

Jul 24, 2014 PM EDT

Experiencing abuse or neglect in childhood could increase the risk of emotional and health problems, according to a genetic study.

Strict Parents May Boost Teen Drug Use

Jun 11, 2014 PM EDT

Having strict parents may actually increase the risk of drug use in teens, according to a new European study.

Killing Cuts Alcoholism in Soldiers

Jun 10, 2014 PM EDT

Combat often leads to anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder in soldiers. Many soldiers afflicted with these psychological disorders will often resort to alcoholism as a form of self-medication.

Child Behavior May Predict How Depressed Moms Punish Bad Manners

May 15, 2014 PM EDT

Maternal depression may predict child behavior, a new study suggests.

False Positive Mammograms Do Limited Harm

Apr 22, 2014 PM EDT

False positive mammograms results may be sources of unnecessary stress and worry for women, but this anxiety only lasts for a limited time and has no significant health consequences associated with it, according to a recent study.

Optimists and Pessimists Have Different Brains

Apr 02, 2014 PM EDT

Optimists and pessimists are hardwired to think positively or negatively, a new study suggests.

Virtual Reality Treats PTSD By Helping Veterans Face Their Fears

Mar 25, 2014 PM EDT

Many soldiers deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan come home mentally crippled by the horrors of war. Many veterans often bring back a false combative outlook home to their families and everyday lives. Previous studies revealed that many military veteran..