Tag: anxiety
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Fear: from ancestral origins to modern thrill-seekers
Fear as an emotion is universal; whether it be the fear of the dark, spiders, or heights. This intense, emotional reaction to a perceived threat infects the minds of many. It may seem more hindrance than help, however, for without fear we would all be reckless beings, putting our lives at risk. Not so great…
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Regulating bacteria in the gut may be an effective way to treat the symptoms of anxiety
A review of 21 studies investigating the benefits of regulating gut microbiota on symptoms of anxiety has found that use of probiotic and non-probiotic foods and supplements may help to alleviate symptoms. The NHS describes the feeling of anxiety as one of unease, worry, or fear that may be mild or severe. Anxiety is usually…
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No pain, sane brain: Clues to pain and anxiety treatment
Jo Cameron, 71, recently discovered that her pain insensitivity was unlike her peers. This is despite the former teacher from Inverness experiencing a sensation as small as a ‘tickle’ during childbirth 40 years ago, believing her peers to have exaggerated the pain. In daily life, she had broken limbs, cuts and burns, and underwent many…