Anxiety
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Are Dogs More Likely To Bite You If You're Anxious?
By Brandon Specktor published
If you regularly feel anxious, you might be the perfect candidate for a dog bite.
Why Sniffing Your Partner's Shirt Helps Reduce Stress
By Samantha Mathewson published
If you're feeling stressed, a whiff of your romantic partner's shirt may help you feel more relaxed, a new study shows.
The Bizarre Reason for a Man's Worsening Anxiety
By Cari Nierenberg published
A man's persistent and worsening anxiety had an unusual cause.
The 8 Biggest Happiness Findings of 2017
By Rachael Rettner published
Here are eight interesting things we learned in 2017 about the factors that may influence happiness and lower your odds of stress and depression.
No Sweat: Small Doses of Exercise May Ward Off Depression
By Jasmin Malik Chua published
Anyone who has experienced the euphoric "runner's high" that follows a satisfying workout will likely attest to a connection between physical activity and mental health.
Concussions May Hit Girls Harder Than Boys
By Dan Robitzski published
If you've ever had a concussion, you may have heard that you should take it easy for two weeks or so before easing back into your regular activities.
Lack of Sleep May Be a Cause, Not a Symptom, of Mental Health Conditions
By Sara G. Miller published
An online therapy program designed to treat insomnia also appears to reduce levels of anxiety and depression, a new study from the United Kingdom finds.
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