/tags/anxiety anxiety en-US WLRN Wed, 21 Dec 2022 21:00:00 GMT /health-news-florida/2022-12-21/as-anxiety-and-depression-increase-more-floridians-turn-to-medical-marijuana In 2021, cannabis sales increased to $30 billion, 40% higher than the previous year. The United States is expected to make up 75% of global cannabis sales in 2026. Wed, 21 Dec 2022 21:00:00 GMT /health-news-florida/2022-12-21/as-anxiety-and-depression-increase-more-floridians-turn-to-medical-marijuana Reighan Sheppard - WUFT /news/2022-08-18/a-new-work-anxiety-will-i-be-penalized-for-working-from-home In the "new normal" of the hybrid workplace, are remote and in-person workers going to be treated equally? It's a matter of hot debate right now. Thu, 18 Aug 2022 09:01:24 GMT /news/2022-08-18/a-new-work-anxiety-will-i-be-penalized-for-working-from-home Jacqueline GaNun /news/2022-04-26/brain-scans-may-reveal-a-lot-about-mental-illness-but-not-until-studies-get-bigger Scientists are using MRI scans to understand how mental illness shows up in the brain. But new research raises concerns that existing studies are not reliable because the sample sizes are too small. Tue, 26 Apr 2022 15:00:09 GMT /news/2022-04-26/brain-scans-may-reveal-a-lot-about-mental-illness-but-not-until-studies-get-bigger Jon Hamilton /2022-04-17/its-time-to-screen-all-kids-for-anxiety-physicians-task-force-recommends In light of the growing kids' mental health crisis, the group says it's crucial to identify kids who are struggling. The advice doesn't call for suicide screening, which many experts think is needed. Mon, 18 Apr 2022 10:24:27 GMT /2022-04-17/its-time-to-screen-all-kids-for-anxiety-physicians-task-force-recommends Rhitu Chatterjee /news/npr-breaking-news/2022-04-11/pandemic-anxiety-was-hard-on-ibs-patients-heres-how-to-find-relief The brain and the gut are connected, so when uncertainty and isolation triggers stress, gut health can suffer. But a focus on diet and mindfulness can help manage symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. Mon, 11 Apr 2022 09:07:23 GMT /news/npr-breaking-news/2022-04-11/pandemic-anxiety-was-hard-on-ibs-patients-heres-how-to-find-relief Allison Aubrey /2021-05-19/feeling-anxious-about-returning-to-post-pandemic-society-youre-not-alone As people start to re-emerge from isolation, there's a lot to navigate and re-learn. Dr. Lucy McBride and theologian Ekemini Uwan field questions from listeners about how to navigate our new reality. Wed, 19 May 2021 21:11:00 GMT /2021-05-19/feeling-anxious-about-returning-to-post-pandemic-society-youre-not-alone Ari Shapiro, Kat Lonsdorf, Courtney Dorning, Emma Bowman /2020-01-16/as-menopause-nears-be-aware-it-can-trigger-depression-and-anxiety-too Women with a history of depression and anxiety are at a higher risk of having a flare-up during the time leading up to menopause. And getting doctors to take the issue seriously can be challenging. Thu, 16 Jan 2020 10:06:00 GMT /2020-01-16/as-menopause-nears-be-aware-it-can-trigger-depression-and-anxiety-too Rhitu Chatterjee /2020-01-14/how-puberty-pregnancy-and-perimenopause-impact-womens-mental-health NPR's Morning Editionexplores the key reproductive shifts in women's lives — puberty, pregnancy and perimenopause — and how the changes during those times could impact mental and emotional health. Tue, 14 Jan 2020 10:00:00 GMT /2020-01-14/how-puberty-pregnancy-and-perimenopause-impact-womens-mental-health Dalia Mortada /2020-01-12/ready-for-your-first-marathon-training-can-cut-years-off-your-cardiovascular-age More reasons to commit to a race: A new study shows that novice runners who take on a marathon significantly improved their heart health. We've got tips to get you started. Sun, 12 Jan 2020 12:00:00 GMT /2020-01-12/ready-for-your-first-marathon-training-can-cut-years-off-your-cardiovascular-age Allison Aubrey /2019-08-27/the-scientific-debate-over-teens-screens-and-mental-health What's the link between smartphone use and teens' mental health? Experts disagree, with some arguing that the threat is overblown. Tue, 27 Aug 2019 09:00:00 GMT /2019-08-27/the-scientific-debate-over-teens-screens-and-mental-health Anya Kamenetz