A new study sheds light on the psychological mechanisms that serve as a pathway between anxious tendencies and dissociative symptoms among adolescents. The results, published in Research in psychiatryprovide evidence that both cognitive assessments of dissociation and persevering thinking play key roles. Anxiety disorders are common in adolescents, with prevalence rates of 7.9% in the UK. Previous research has shown a link between anxiety symptoms and dissociative experiences in adults. Dissociation refers to a range of symptoms involving disconnection or detachment, such as feelings of unreality (derealization) or disconnection from…
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More kids getting anxiety medication without therapy: Research
If children and adolescents get help for an anxiety disorder, it’s usually medications and not counseling according to a study published Wednesday in Pediatrics. In fact, there was an inverse relationship between need for therapy and what was given over more than a decade. As the number of young people with anxiety disorders has risen steadily since 2006, the number of children undergoing psychotherapy has decreased. “This really demonstrates that the burden of treating mental health conditions among patients is growing,” said study author Laura Chavez, a senior research scientist…
Read MoreThe phenolic composition, antioxidant capacity and other functional properties of fresh and dried figs
In a recent study published in the Nutrients Journal, researchers explored the phytochemical contents and health benefits of consuming figs. Study: Phytochemical composition and health benefits of figs (fresh and dried): A literature review from 2000 to 2022. Image Credit: NewAfrica/Shutterstock.com Background Figs, scientifically known as Ficus carica, are deciduous trees or shrubs that belong to the Moraceae family. They are native to Southwest Asia and the Middle East. For centuries, people have recognized the value of these fruits for their positive impact on a variety of health issues, such…
Read MoreUnpacking the Nutritional Profiles of New Age Plant-Based Foods: Are They Really Healthier?
In a recent study published in International food researchresearchers explore nutrient profiles of next-generation plant-based foods. Study: Designing healthier plant-based foods: fortification, digestion and bioavailability. Image Credit: marilyn bum/Shutterstock.com Is a plant-based diet better? Consumers are increasingly adopting plant-based diets due to concerns about the environmental, health and ethical effects of animal-based foods such as meat, fish, eggs and dairy products. Foods of animal origin have a negative impact on the environment due to their contribution to greenhouse gas emissions, land use, water use, deforestation, pollution and biodiversity loss. While…
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