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Anxiety disorders
Anxiety disorders are the world's most common mental disorders, affecting 359 million people in 2021, with more women affected than men. Approximately 1 in 4 people with…
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Depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, dementia and emerging treatments, as reported by clinical and research outlets.
846 articles · page 17 of 22 · Dec 25, 2025 – Dec 27, 2025
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Branford man overcame addiction to help others as addiction counselor: 'I found my calling'
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Case Report: Generalized anxiety disorder and hypertension: a bidirectional loop unraveled by integrated management
Bidirectional Links Between Anxiety and Hypertension A case study published in Frontiers in Psychiatry describes a 61-year-old male with 26-year refractory hypertension…
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Combating Illicit Opioids
Opioid overdose remains the leading cause of death for Americans aged 18 to 45, with synthetic opioids like fentanyl driving a surge in fatalities. In 2021,…
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Could This Novel Therapy Calm Anxiety for Millions of Americans?
Novel LSD Therapy Shows Promise for Anxiety Disorder Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) affects 1 in 20 U.S. adults, with severe cases causing patients to isolate and…
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Fentanyl-Linked Overdose Deaths Among Seniors Soar 9,000% in 8 Years
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GLP-1s show promise in treating alcohol and drug addiction
A new paper published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society explores the potential of Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists (GLP-1RAs) for treating alcohol and…
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Holiday season brings increased relapse risk for those in addiction recovery
The holiday season presents heightened risks for individuals in addiction recovery, with substance abuse relapse rates rising significantly during this period. According…
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Recovering drug addict inspires others to break the cycle
Phil Andrade, who performs music under the artist name "Wildcard," is using his recovery from drug addiction to inspire others through his recent song release. His…
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Scientists discover a surprising way to quiet the anxious mind
Roughly one in twenty adults in the United States lives with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), a persistent and excessive form of anxiety that interferes with daily…
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Teen opioid addictions often untreated as youth overdose deaths rapidly rise in US – study
Fewer than one in three teenagers with opioid use disorder receive treatment, according to a study published in Health Affairs journal examining the disorder in minors…
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Understanding and overcoming post-lockdown anxiety
Many people may have experienced feelings of anxiety or depression during the COVID-19 lockdown. Similarly, coming out of lockdown may cause a person to have anxiety due…
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What is trauma? What to know
Key takeaways Trauma is an emotional response to a terrible event that can manifest in a range of emotional and physical symptoms, with the potential to develop into a…
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What World Trade Center Health and Wellness Program study found about PTSD in 9/11 first responders
The research revealed an abnormality in their brain composition.
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Addiction treatment 'farm' takes root in Mass.
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After 25 years in Newport News, women’s substance use treatment program reopens updated site
A residential program for women with substance use disorders has reopened its renovated facility in Newport News after relocating. The South Eastern Family Project,…
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Harm Reduction in the Heartland: Combating the Opioid Crisis in Appalachia
The opioid epidemic remains a major public health crisis affecting communities nationwide. According to the Centers for Disease Control, overdose deaths in the United…
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Secretary Kennedy Renews Public Health Emergency Declaration to Address National Opioid Crisis
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced that Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. renewed the public health emergency declaration addressing the nation's…
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Stress Signals Drive Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Patients With Depression, Anxiety
Depression and anxiety independently increase the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE), according to a study published in Circulation: Cardiovascular…
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Study reveals the role of geography in the opioid crisis
Geography plays a significant role in the opioid crisis, according to research co-authored by MIT economists. The study, published in the Quarterly Journal of Economics,…
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Treating opioid addiction in jails improves treatment engagement, reduces overdose deaths and reincarceration
Individuals who received medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) while incarcerated were significantly more likely to continue treatment six months after release than…
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UC tracks ‘evolving’ opioid epidemic across US
The epicenter of the opioid epidemic that killed 665,341 people in the United States between 2005 and 2020 shifted geographically from the Northwest to the East,…
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Unexpected UF finding could offer new treatment for meth addiction
University of Florida neuroscientists have made a mechanistic discovery that could lead to new treatment approaches for methamphetamine addiction. In a preclinical study…
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Victor Valley school district opposes addiction treatment center near schools
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What is art therapy, and how does it work?
Art therapy encourages creative expression through painting, drawing, or modelling. It may work by providing a person with a safe space to express their feelings and…
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What to know about anxiety and brain fog
Anxiety brain fog happens when a person feels anxious and has difficulty concentrating or thinking clearly. Many conditions may cause anxiety and brain fog, including…
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What to know about anxiety shaking
Anxiety is a general feeling of worry, fear, or nervousness. It can cause physical symptoms, such as shaking and sweating. For some people, anxiety can become…
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Anxiety Disorders and Depression Treatment Market Size and Forecast (2025–2033)
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Anxiety is one of the world’s most common health issues. How have treatments evolved over the last 70 years?
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BrainsWay Shares A Breakthrough in Depression Treatment That Offers Relief in Days, Not Weeks
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Breakthrough Depression Treatment
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Breakthrough depression treatment offers fast relief
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Chinese scientists make breakthrough in depression treatment
Chinese scientists have successfully transformed human stem cells into specialized brain cells capable of producing dopamine and transplanted them into mice,…
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DEA Launches “Fentanyl Free America” to Combat Opioid Crisis
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has launched a nationwide initiative called Fentanyl Free America to curb the devastating impact of synthetic opioids in the…
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‘Here to help:’ Community Medical Services in Minot offers addiction treatment, recovery services
Community Medical Services in Minot is expanding access to addiction treatment and recovery services in response to a growing overdose crisis in North Dakota. Data from…
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Jim O’Connor: Federal policy ignores the most perilous weeks of addiction treatment
Federal agencies are preparing new guidance on recovery housing, transitional housing, and long-term recovery supports in response to growing pressure from rising…
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LA County Jails Struggle with Drug Treatment Demand
Los Angeles County jails are facing a significant challenge meeting the demand for opioid addiction treatment. In October and November, over 800 inmates were placed on…
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Mom credits breakthrough drug for getting her through ‘hardest year' of her life
The first-ever pill for treating postpartum depression, approved by the Food and Drug Administration in August 2023, has provided relief for thousands of women since its…
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NC prisons expand addiction treatment before release to curb deadly overdose risk
North Carolina's prisons have expanded medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) to people nearing release, addressing a critical overdose risk window. Research shows…
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Neuroscientists make fascinating breakthrough linking disinhibited brain networks to depression
A new study published in Nature Communications provides direct evidence linking depression symptoms to specific patterns of brain activity in the prefrontal cortex.…