anxiety Archives - Life Science Review

22 June 202022 June 2020

Dance sessions appear to bring about cognitive and psychological improvements, especially in depression and anxiety, as well as an improvement in body structure and function in elderly individuals

In April 2020 researchers from Brazil published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effectiveness of dance in the health of adults and elderly individuals. Only seven … Read more

6 June 20206 June 2020

An increasing sense of burden worsens the relationship between the carer and individual with Alzheimer’s disease which in turn may increase the frequency and severity of neuropsychiatric symptoms such as anxiety, agitation, disinhibition, aggressive behavior and sleep disturbance

In September 2019 researchers from Turkey and Italy published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the potential influence of symptoms experienced by individuals with Alzheimer’s disease on … Read more

6 June 20206 June 2020

Carers who receive training to support the recovery of older individuals discharged from hospital following a stroke may have lower anxiety levels as well as a reduced feeling that the person is a burden 12 months later

In September 2019 researchers from the UK, Germany and Australia published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effectiveness of caregiver interventions to support the recovery of … Read more

3 June 20203 June 2020

Argentinian Tango courses for individuals with Parkinson’s disease appear to improve stability and increase mobility whilst reducing body fatigue, anxiety, shame and frustration as well as bringing about greater self-confidence and self-assurance

In January 2020 researchers from Germany published the results of their study to assess the effect of the Argentinian Tango on individuals with Parkinson’s disease. The researchers stated it is … Read more

1 June 20201 June 2020

Environmental factors such as mother’s currently smoking, a lack of someone to consult about child rearing, and long television-watching time appear to increase the risk for some problematic behaviours seen in difficult children

In April 2020 researchers from Japan published the results of their study to identify factors that influence children’s problematic behavior, which could be helpful in supporting parents’ child rearing. Difficult … Read more

30 May 202030 May 2020

Increased screen time, particularly computer use, appears to be associated with a small increased risk of anxiety and depression in young adults

In January 2019 researchers from the UK published the results of their study to assess the association between screen use and anxiety and depression in young people. A total of … Read more

23 May 202029 January 2022

Adolescent girls who watch television with high levels of relational aggression, eg soaps, reality television, etc, appear to send texts with a higher level of aggression whereas for boys it is the time they spend watching television in general which appears to predict the level of aggression in texts

In May 2019 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the association between relational aggression on television and relational aggression in text messaging. Relational aggression, … Read more

23 May 202023 May 2020

Reducing computer/video game usage and increasing physical activity may improve depression, anxiety and social phobia symptoms in adolescents

In January 2019 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess whether television viewing and computer/video game usage had any effect on major depressive disorder, generalized … Read more

21 May 202021 May 2020

Night time media use may contribute to sleep problems and symptoms of anxiety and depression in adolescents with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder

In November 2018 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the association between night time media use and sleep problems and internalizing symptoms (ie depression, … Read more

21 May 202021 May 2020

A short sleep duration appears to be associated with an increased risk of an emotional disorder (anxiety and depression) in both boys and girls and with a behavioural disorder (defiance, inappropriate conduct, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity) in boys only

In December 2019 researchers from Norway published the results of their study to assess the association between sleep duration and symptoms of emotional and behavioral disorders in children. A total … Read more

20 April 202020 April 2020

Although a strict gluten free diet in the absence of coeliac disease should not be started, a reduction of gluten content might be a valid option in individuals with irritable bowel syndrome

In December 2018 researchers from Italy published the results of their study to compare the effect of sourdough fermented products with traditional bread and pasta in individuals with irritable bowel … Read more

16 April 202016 April 2020

Maternal feeding practices may influence a child’s emotional well-being

In March 2019 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the association between maternal feeding practices and children’s emotional well-being. A total of 1,241 children, … Read more

8 April 20208 April 2020

Orally administered matured hop bitter acids (35 mg/day), which are ingredients found in beer, appear to significantly improve cognitive function as well as mental fatigue and anxiety

In January 2020 researchers from Japan published the results of their study to assess the effects of matured hop bitter acids on cognition, mental fatigue, and mood state. A total … Read more

8 April 20208 April 2020

Women experience high levels of post-traumatic stress, anxiety and depression following early pregnancy loss and although distress declines over time it remains at clinically important levels at nine months

In December 2019 researchers from the UK, Belgium and The Netherlands published the results of their study to assess levels of post-traumatic stress, depression and anxiety in women in the … Read more

29 March 20206 June 2020

A single yoga group class appears to significantly improve symptoms of anxiety, lack of appetite, depression, drowsiness, fatigue and well-being in a group of individuals with cancer as well as in their caregivers

In December 2018 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the effects of group-based yoga classes offered at a cancer centre. A total of 205 … Read more

29 March 20206 June 2020

Following a single yoga session children diagnosed with cancer or a blood disorder appear to experience a significant decrease in pain but no change in anxiety levels, whereas both adolescents and parents have a significant decrease in anxiety levels

In March 2020 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the effect of a single bedside yoga class on children and adolescents diagnosed with cancer … Read more

29 March 202029 March 2020

Mindfulness or yoga may be effective in reducing stress and anxiety and improving quality of life and lung function in children and adolescents with asthma

In March 2020 researchers from the USA published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the use of yoga and mindfulness for children and adolescents with asthma. The … Read more

22 February 202022 February 2020

Combined aerobic physical activity and resistance training may reduce the risk of depression with or without co-existing symptoms of anxiety

In September 2019 researchers from Australia published the results of their study to assess the association between meeting current recommendations for aerobic physical activity and/or resistance training, and symptoms of … Read more

19 February 202019 February 2020

Music therapy has been shown to be beneficial in individuals with dementia, schizophrenia, depression, social anxiety, post-natal depression and in those with post-traumatic stress disorder

In December 2019 researchers from Poland published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effectiveness of music therapy in the treatment of psychiatric disorders. An analysis of … Read more

17 February 202017 February 2020

Listening to music during labour appears to significantly reduce pain scores and anxiety levels in first time mothers

In April 2019 researchers from Taiwan and the USA published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effect of music on the management of pain and anxiety … Read more