Relying on artificial intelligence (AI) for emotional support may pose risks to mental health, according to a new study published in JAMA Network Open. The research warns that frequent use of AI for personal advice and emotional guidance can increase the likelihood of anxiety and depression. Read More: Experts warn of rising ‘AI psychosis’ Researchers from […]
Anxiety
Bella Hadid reveals struggles with ‘anxiety’ and ‘depression’
Bella Hadid has opened up about struggles with anxiety and depression amid her ongoing battle with Lyme disease. Taking to her Instagram handle on Sunday, October 12, the Vogue supermodel posted a heartfelt poem alongside a lengthy note. “Something I’ve carried for many years is the weight of anxiety and depression. It can sometimes feel […]
How sleep phase can reduce anxiety in people with PTSD
A recent study suggests that sleep spindles, which are small bursts of brain activity detected by EEG during one phase of sleep, may regulate anxiety in persons suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The study shines a light on the role of spindles in alleviating anxiety in PTSD as well as confirms their established role in the […]
SVB collapse could add to China stock investors’ anxiety
China’s CSI300 Index (.CSI300) dropped 4% last week, while Hong Kong’s Hang Seng (.HSI) tumbled 6%, as China’s moderate GDP growth target of around 5% for 2023 – set during the annual session of the rubber-stamp parliament – dashed hopes for a big stimulus. The market mood could be damped further following Friday’s sudden collapse of start-up focused lender SVB (SIVB.O), which […]
Exam stress
Sir: From the esteem column of your newspaper I would like to bring your attention towards the exam stress among students. Stress refers to the mental state or emotional tension or strain which occurs due to demanding circumstances. Stress can be positive and negative. During exam time a little stress can motivate someone to put […]
How sleep patterns affect health
Good sleep is highly important for our physical and mental health. While we slumber and rest, our body gets rid of toxins, repairs injury, and reduces stress. Staying up till late nights is considered as bad sleep pattern, which really interferes with natural sleep pattern and hinders all those processes which are very essential for […]
Dealing with anxiety
Imagine you’re sitting at home watching T.V. Suddenly, your heartbeat and breathing gets faster. You’re convinced something terrible will happen. You’re experiencing a panic attack. But you’re not alone. Anxiety and panic attacks are a common mental health condition and cognitive behavioral therapy can help. What happens to the body during a panic attack? The […]
5 simple ways to deal with anxiety
Anxiety isn’t something you can get rid of easily. In fact, it isn’t something you can get rid of at all. It comes and goes as it pleases and cannot be stopped. However, there are ways to distract your heart and mind when you’re having major or minor anxiety attack. Humour One of the best […]
Kate Spade was under treatment for depression, anxiety: husband
Designer Kate Spade, who committed suicide in New York this week, had been treated for depression and anxiety for five years, her husband said Wednesday. “She was actively seeking help for depression and anxiety over the last five years, seeing a doctor on a regular basis and taking medication for both depression and anxiety,” her […]
Ryan Reynolds reveals lifelong struggle with anxiety
The Deadpool actor, who is well known for his good looks and quick wit, opened about his mental health and admitted that he struggles with the publicity part of fame. “I have anxiety, I’ve always had anxiety,” the 41-year old actor shared. “Both in the lighthearted ‘I’m anxious about this’ kind of thing, and I’ve been to the […]