Coping/Phobias

The trauma caused by the death of a close friend endures four times longer than previously believed, according to new research from The Australian National University (ANU). The researchers warn a lack of recognition about the time it…

A visit from a dog can reduce the distress of patients waiting for emergency treatment in hospital,Credit: Jane Smith A visit from a dog can reduce the distress of patients waiting for emergency treatment in hospital, a…

The decision to explore is swayed by a distinctive type of neuron, UCSF researchers discover in a mouse model of human anxiety MEDIA AVAILABLE: Images of anxiety-promoting VIP interneurons available. Credit: Sohal Lab / UCSF. UC San…

Credit: UCF: Karen Norum African-American moms share many traits with helicopter parents, specifically when it comes to being overprotective and hypervigilant about their children's lives. But their goal is not only to get them into…

As the Marvel Avenger Endgame premieres in movie theaters this week, Israeli researchers are revealing that exposure to Spiderman and Antman movie excerpts decreases symptoms of spider and ant phobias, respectively. Exposure therapy…

Charisma(TM) shows strong results for children with autism, ADHD, self-worth challengesCredit: Dr. Lara Ashmore After five years of proven success with Charisma(TM) for Youth - an evidence-based virtual training program to learn…

Outcome suggests promising treatment target for some at high-risk for suicide Are young adults who harm themselves more at risk for suicide? New research suggests there could be a connection under specific conditions associated with…

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- Employees who force themselves to smile and be happy in front of customers -- or who try to hide feelings of annoyance -- may be at risk for heavier drinking after work, according to researchers. A team of…

Findings by UCI scientists may unlock new treatment approaches Researchers at the University of California, Irvine have identified for the first time an imbalance in a key neural pathway that explains how some people reactivate negative…

Health is more than the genes we inherit from our parents, the food we eat or the exercise we sweat through at the gym. So-called "social determinants" -- our support networks, our access to health care, housing and a stable income, even…