Anxiety

Approximately 50% of women experiencing homelessness or unstable housing during the COVID-19 pandemic had depression or anxiety symptoms, according to study results in a research letter published in JAMA Network Open.

Rates and severity of postpartum depression and anxiety symptoms among women who sought treatment for postpartum depression worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Vortioxetine more effectively improved depression, anxiety and cognition than placebo, according to study results published in Journal of Clinical Psychiatry.

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Most public health workers reported symptoms of one or more mental health conditions between the end of March and mid-April, according to survey results published in MMWR.

Evidence appeared limited for the use of psychobiotics in treating youth anxiety, according to results of a systematic review and meta-analysis published in Translational Psychiatry.

A brief computerized intervention reduced anxiety sensitivity among individuals who were high in health anxiety and anxiety sensitivity, according to results of a randomized controlled trial published in Journal of Anxiety Disorders.

Increased screen time for entertainment purposes was associated with increased levels of anxiety among young adults during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to data presented at the World Microbe Forum.

Tai chi may have the potential to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress, as well as improve sleep, for stroke survivors, according to a small feasibility study presented at EuroHeartCare.

Adults with depressive symptoms used more humor and sarcasm to cope with challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to survey results.