This week in Question Corner, an anxious teen turns to alcohol to soothe his transitional fears. Melody addresses a mom’s worries about the toxic combination of alcohol abuse and anxiety disorders.

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Always being accused of making a mountain out of a mole hill? Well you are not alone. Dutch brain scientists dug into the problem to find out why anxious people have such big feelings.

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There are many natural remedies to ease anxiety and herbs have often been a beacon of hope for many. With the rise of holistic health trends, more individuals are turning to botanical solutions as complementary therapies. However, while the benefits of these herbs can be significant, their use is not without risks. This article examines […]

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Anxiety disorders affect millions of individuals worldwide, with a significant number of veterans struggling with the debilitating effects of these conditions. Recognizing the impact of anxiety on veterans’ lives, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides disability benefits for those who can establish a service connection for their anxiety- related conditions. However, proving service connection […]

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Could your environment be affecting your mental health more than you think? Discover the crucial link between air pollution and depression in older adults, based on groundbreaking Harvard research. Highlights of the Article: A study reveals harmful associations between long-term exposure to air pollution and increased risk of depression in older adults. While numerous studies […]

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A new study investigates whether taking a one-week break from social media platforms can improve well-being. Social media use is quite common nowadays, as 4.65 billion people globally use at least one platform.1,2  Within society, it has revolutionized communication in a variety of ways.  Social media serves as an outlet to learn, share, and connect […]

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There may be a natural anti-anxiety supplement available, according to a recent study. Beta-sitosterol, an already established natural cholesterol-lowering supplement, has shown promising anti-anxiety effects. In the study published May 18, 2021, researchers from the Weizmann Institute of Science tested the effect of beta-sitosterol on the anxious responses of mice placed in stressful settings. Although […]

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Working out to improve physical health may be one of your top priorities, but did you know that a workout can also be beneficial for your mental health? It is well-established that regular exercise is an amazing preventative measure for many of the health issues that can develop over the course of a lifetime. The […]

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