Psychologists have long understood that factors such as life circumstances, stress, genetics, and hormonal changes contribute to the development of and anxiety. However, a new study has introduced another significant…

Therapist Claire Patterson from the British Association for Counseling and Psychotherapy identifies a key sign of anxiety: catastrophizing. This is a state where a person focuses solely on negative future…

Most dog and cat owners claim that deciding to bring a four-legged friend into their lives was one of the best choices they’ve ever made. However, a new study has…

A team of researchers from the University of Hong Kong has found that the phenomenon known as “Monday anxiety” affects both working individuals and retirees. This indicates a deeply rooted…

We all occasionally struggle with sleeplessness due to ruminating on negative events and problems, as well as feelings of nervousness and anxiety. Dr. Joe Whittington, an emergency room physician known…

Sex therapists and psychiatrists agree that abstaining from sex for extended periods is not advisable. Dr. Sham Singh, a leading sexual health expert and psychiatrist at the Winit clinic in…

When we say our knees have gone weak, we usually mean we’re experiencing overwhelming emotions—fear, grief, or attraction to a loved one. But can intense feelings really make our legs…

This experience is familiar to many people. However, sleep specialists assert that it’s perfectly normal to wake up at three or four in the morning. In fact, most of us…

Anxiety or depression can significantly increase the risk of developing potentially life-threatening blood clots or deep vein thrombosis (DVT). This was confirmed by a recent study conducted by a team…

According to research from Flinders University, scrolling through social media right before bed increases the likelihood of having disturbing nightmares. Previous studies have indicated that this habit can lead to…

A team of researchers from University College Cork in Ireland has transplanted gut microbes from individuals with social anxiety disorder (social phobia) into ordinary mice. Following the procedure, the rodents…

Many are familiar with this strange dissonance: more warmth and sunshine, yet less energy and enthusiasm. What lies behind this inexplicable shift in emotions, irritability, fatigue, and the inability to…

The worries and stresses of wartime test our emotional balance and psychological resilience. Can the widely recommended chamomile help restore our peace of mind and lost productivity? Which plants have…

That’s what the authors of a new large-scale study from Uppsala University, the Karolinska Institute, and Sophiahemmet University in Sweden claim. They believe that the common habit of procrastination is…

We all use elevators from time to time. While some are glass boxes that offer a view of the surroundings, most are enclosed spaces with mirrors. But why are those…

It turns out that members of Generation Z, or Zoomers, are more likely than those from other generations to create additional accounts where they lead a fabricated life. This finding…

Researchers from Central China Normal University claim that the reluctance to leave reactions on social media posts is linked to a serious mental health disorder. This condition is known as…

Researchers have finally identified a personality type that enjoys deep, restful sleep: those with a high level of empathy. According to scientists, this connection can be attributed to the fact…

For many years, researchers have convinced us that a glass of strong drink is beneficial for falling asleep and achieving deep sleep. However, lifestyle experts and sleep specialists now consider…

Claudia Picard-Deland, a lecturer and dream researcher at the University of Montreal in Canada, noted, “People around the world and throughout history experience the same dream scenarios.” However, each person…

If the thought of an office party makes you anxious, know this: you’re not alone. Social anxiety, or the fear of communicating with the outside world, is incredibly common. As…