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anxiety

Men with Asthma Face Higher Chances of Depression and Anxiety

July 4, 2026

The study followed over 16, 000 Australian men from 2014 to 2022 to see how asthma might affect mental health. Researchers looked at self‑reported asthma and then measured depression, anxiety, and both together using validated questionnaires. They also considered age, income, smoking habits, sleep p

technology

Fear of AI Jobs: A Self‑Made Problem

June 28, 2026

The worry that artificial intelligence might take away many jobs is growing, but a leading economist says this fear could actually make the problem worse. He points out that when people believe something bad will happen, their actions can bring it closer to reality. A recent survey found that mos

health

Laughter Yoga: A New Hope for Kids with Autism and Their Parents

June 17, 2026

Kids who have autism often feel worried or sad. Their parents can feel the same way, adding extra stress at home. A new study wants to see if a special type of exercise called laughter yoga can help both groups feel better. The plan is to test how easy it is for families to join, stay in the program

opinion

Living with Care in a Post‑Pandemic World

June 9, 2026

In 2026, many people still choose to wear masks and keep distance in public. One senior citizen from Vermont explains why he keeps these habits even after the pandemic’s peak. He lives alone on a spacious plot of land, surrounded by forests and mountains, with his dog Dodger and rescued cat Solstice

health

Shared Genes Link Heart and Mood Problems

June 9, 2026

The link between heart disease and mental health is growing in importance. New studies show that people who have anxiety or depression often also suffer from heart problems, and this overlap is driven by both genes and life experiences. Research using family data suggests that having anxiety or dep

science

Retina Signs and Mood: A New Eye on Depression

June 6, 2026

Scientists are looking beyond the brain to find clues about mental health. They think that tiny changes in the eye’s retina might signal a higher chance of feeling depressed or anxious. Using a device called optical coherence tomography, researchers scan the retina for patterns that could be linked

health

Spiritual Strength vs. Stress: What a University Survey Revealed

May 29, 2026

A study at one faith‑based college in the United States collected data from faculty, staff and students during late 2021 to early 2022. Researchers used three established questionnaires: one for burnout, one for anxiety and depression, and a short tool that measures how often people attend services,

health

Feeling Safe Alone: When Fear Trumps Friendships

May 27, 2026

People often feel nervous when they meet strangers or speak before a crowd. That normal worry is called social anxiety and usually fades after the event. For others, however, the fear of being judged becomes a constant shadow that keeps them away from almost every social setting. This deep‑seated dr

health

A New Start for Grandparents and Grandchild

May 22, 2026

The grandmother feels overwhelmed by the demands of her daughter‑in‑law, who is pregnant and dealing with anxiety. She has received many hostile texts from the mother‑to‑be, which have taken a toll on her mental health. The daughter‑in‑law refuses medication and blames the grandparents for eve

politics

Politics, Stress and Everyday Life

May 17, 2026

In a month devoted to mental health, people from many walks of life shared how the current political climate feels like a constant pressure on their minds. The stories show that for many, politics takes up most of the time they spend in therapy or counseling. Parents say their anxiety has wors