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“Hyper-Mirroring” May Be at the Root of Misophonia

In recent years, much effort has been made to understand the brain mechanisms of misophonia. In this study, the researchers hypothesized that the mirror neuron system related to orofacial movements could underlie misophonia.

Mindfulness Programs Appear to Improve Emotional Distress Symptoms Among Patients With Rheumatic Disease

Researchers compared the effectiveness of full-length vs brief mindfulness training programs for improving anxiety among patients with rheumatic disease.

COVID-19 Anxiety and Burnout in NY Frontline Workers

COVID-19–related anxiety is linked to burnout among New York state frontline workers, survey findings suggest.

New Anxiety, Depression Common After Receiving Implantable Defibrillator

New-onset anxiety and depression are common in the two years following the first-time placement of an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD).

APA 2021: Patients with Perinatal Anxiety May Benefit from Exercise, Yoga, and Mind-Body Interventions

Researchers studied the efficacy of alternative and complementary treatments for perinatal anxiety.

Anxiety-Related Adverse Event Clusters ID’d After Janssen Vaccine

Rate of syncope was 8.2 per 100,000 doses after Janssen COVID-19 vaccination versus 0.05 per 100,000 after flu shots

Anxiety and Depression Common in Patients With Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Researchers assessed the prevalence of symptoms of anxiety and depression in adult patients with irritable bowel disease.

Anxiety, Depressive Disorders Increased August 2020 to February 2021 in the United States

During Aug. 19, 2020, to Feb. 1, 2021, the percentage of adults with symptoms of an anxiety or depressive disorder increased, as did the percentage reporting that they needed but did not receive mental health counseling or therapy.

Children’s Food Allergies Impact Parents’ Mental Well-Being

Parents of children with food allergies face significant worry, severe anxiety, and posttraumatic stress.

Behavioral Health Issues Remain High as Pandemic Continues

Self-reported symptoms of behavioral health issues remain high as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.