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Should You Be Screened for Anxiety?

Nov 22, 2022 · UHN Staff · Stress & Anxiety

Anxiety is a state of fear, worry, and uneasiness that affects nearly one in three U.S. adults at some point in their lives, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. So, it’s not surprising that the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recently drafted a recommendation that all adults … Read More

Ultra-Processed Foods Associated with More Anxiety

Oct 24, 2022 · UHN Staff · Stress & Anxiety

Ultra-processed foods, like pre-packaged snacks, treats, and soups, as well as meat products such as hot dogs, may be satisfying in the moment, but they may contribute to many unsatisfying days as well. In a study of more than 10,000 adults, researchers found that people who consumed the most ultra-processed … Read More

Newbriefs: Activity trackers; Leisure-time benefits; Depression in stroke survivors; Cannabidiol

Oct 24, 2022 · Kate Brophy · Stress & Anxiety

Activity Trackers Boost Motivation to Exercise If you recently started walking to improve your fitness levels but are finding it difficult to stay motivated, a wearable activity tracker might be just what you need. A recent study review (Lancet Digital Health, August 2022) including about 164,000 people who used wearable … Read More

Ask the Doctor: October 2022

Sep 19, 2022 · Maurizio Fava, MD · Stress & Anxiety

Q: In reading about memory, I often see the terms “encoding” and “storage.” What is the difference? A: They’re actually the first two stages of the memory process. The process of memory involves three stages: encoding, storage and retrieval. Encoding is essentially recording information when it is first learned and … Read More

Grief, Sadness and the Different Ways We Respond to All Types of Loss

Sep 19, 2022 · UHN Staff · Stress & Anxiety

[caption id="attachment_142427" align="alignright" width="300"] © Bob Thomas | Getty ImagesGrief affects everyone a little differently, so allow yourself to experience a range of feelings and get help processing them if they become overwhelming.[/caption] Grief is a natural response to loss. You can grieve the death of a loved one, as … Read More

Don’t Let Everyday Worries Overwhelm You

Jul 20, 2022 · UHN Staff · Stress & Anxiety

[caption id="attachment_141808" align="alignleft" width="150"] © Jose Luis Pelaez Inc | Getty ImagesVolunteering in your community is one way to channel your concern over various issues, rather than let worry and fear overwhelm you.[/caption] Whether it’s our health, home, money, family, or the latest headlines, there can be plenty to worry … Read More

What to Do If You Think You’re Having a “Nervous Breakdown”

Jun 20, 2022 · Dawn Bialy · Stress & Anxiety

The term “nervous breakdown” is commonly used to refer to an inability to function normally; it’s often described as a feeling of being overwhelmed and unable to cope with life’s demands. Some health-care professionals refer to it as a “mental health crisis.” “While the term ‘nervous breakdown’ is not an … Read More

Identifying and Managing Anxiety

Jun 20, 2022 · Orli R. Etingin, M.D. · Stress & Anxiety

Everyone experiences anxiety at some point: It’s a normal response when you’re faced with a stressful situation. For example, if you’re getting ready to undergo a surgical procedure or major dental work, your body’s automatic “fight or flight” mechanism may be triggered, producing hormones such as epinephrine and cortisol. These … Read More

The Therapeutic Value of Aromatherapy

Jun 20, 2022 · UHN Staff · Stress & Anxiety

[caption id="attachment_141573" align="alignleft" width="300"] © Eric Audras | Getty Images Some hospitals may offer essential oils to reduce anxiety.[/caption] Essential oils, derived from various flowers, fruits, herbs, grasses, and other plants, have been used for centuries to scent perfumes, flavor foods, and as medicines. Modern science affirms the therapeutic use … Read More

Ask the Doctor: July 2022

Jun 20, 2022 · Maurizio Fava, MD · Stress & Anxiety

Q. I sometimes find myself asking the same question more than once in a conversation. My son thinks it may be a sign of cognitive decline, but I think I repeat questions to make sure I understand the answer. I know that I’m repeating the question. Is my son correct? … Read More

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