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Hikikomori & Loneliness in Japan: Trends, Definitions, Demographics (2024 Report)

In Japan, a country facing unique demographic challenges, loneliness has emerged as a pressing public health issue, intricately linked with the phenomenon known as hikikomori, or extreme social withdrawal. Through a detailed analysis of a nationwide survey and various factors influencing loneliness, a new study sheds light on the complexity of social isolation in modern …

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Bergen 4-Day Treatment (B4DT) for Social Anxiety Disorder: Effective with High Patient Satisfaction (2024 Study)

Social anxiety disorder (SAD) is a debilitating condition that affects a significant portion of the population, characterized by a paralyzing fear of social situations. Recent studies have explored concentrated and intensified cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) methods, such as the Bergen 4-Day Treatment (B4DT), as innovative approaches to treating SAD. Highlights: High Efficacy: The B4DT has …

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Gray Matter Abnormalities in Major Depression & Social Anxiety (2023 Analysis)

Major depressive disorder (MDD) and social anxiety disorder (SAD) are two of the most prevalent mental health issues facing society today. They often occur together, challenging both patients and healthcare providers. Recent neuroimaging studies have begun to shed light on the unique and overlapping characteristics of these disorders, offering new insights into their complex neurobiology. …

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Gut Microbiome & Social Anxiety Disorder: Abnormal Bacterial Composition (2023 Study)

Recent scientific endeavors have unveiled a fascinating link between our gut microbiome and mental health, with a focus on Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD). This complex relationship, highlighting the role of microbial inhabitants in our gut in influencing our brain and behavior, marks a significant shift in understanding mental disorders. Highlights: Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) affects …

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CBD Oil For Anxiety: Is Cannabidiol An Effective Treatment?

Cannabidiol (CBD) is just one of over 85 scientifically-identified cannabinoids (or chemical compounds) derived from the flowering plant cannabis.  Each of the cannabinoids within cannabis elicit unique neurophysiological effects.  Most people are well-aware of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the predominant cannabinoid within cannabis that is ingested by upwards of 230 million people per year as a psychoactive …

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Eating Fermented Foods For Social Anxiety Disorder: Preliminary Study Suggests Benefit

Fermentation is considered the conversion of carbohydrates to organic acids using yeast and/or bacteria.  During the fermentation process, millions of tiny microorganisms become infused with the food so that when consumed, those bacteria enter your gut. While all the health effects associated with consumption fermentation of foods remain unknown, most evidence suggests that regular consumption …

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