CONDITIONS / ANXIETY

"It Gets Easier"

First-generation and students of color may feel they don’t fit in at college. A social-belonging program helps freshmen stay in school. >

Fries, with a Side of Depression

Frying, particularly of potatoes, seems to raise the risk of anxiety and a depression, a study of humans and...fish finds. >

Friendships and Health

It's normal for friendships to have ups and downs, but people whose relations with friends are generally positive tend to be healthier. >

The Young and Guns

About a third of Colorado middle and high school students surveyed said they could access a gun; 12% said they could do it within minutes. >

To Boost Body Image, Go On a Social Media Diet

Too much time on social media can lead some teens and young adults to judge their appearance harshly. Reducing time on social media helps. >

The Stress of Competition Affects Even Olympic Athletes

The stress of competing can interfere with performance. Olympic archers' accuracy improved when their heart rates were lower. >

How Music Relieved the Stress of COVID Quarantines

COVID lockdowns were hard on everyone everywhere. Listening to music was one way some people coped with the stress and isolation. >

A Mindful Way to Reduce Anxiety

Not everyone can take anti-anxiety medications. Mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques may work just as well. >

Learning to Bounce Back

The brains of mice who displayed resilience showed they perceived standing up to a threat rewarding; others became avoidant and depressed. >

Air Pollution and the Young Brain

Early exposure to air pollution can cause changes to an area of babies' brains associated with ASD, depression and anxiety later in life. >

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