Anxiety In Group Research Articles

Online education attitudes, internet use habits, and weight gain during the COVID-19 pandemic in children and adolescents with psychiatric disorders

Objectives: To investigate the online education participation attitudes of children and adolescents with psychiatric disorders during pandemics, their internet using habits, weight gain status. Methods: Internet using habits, weight gain status, anxiety and depressive symptom severity of participants with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety and depressive disorder during the first year of the pandemic are compared with the healthy controls. Results: COVID-19 related psychiatric symptoms were significantly more common in the depression and anxiety group. ADHD or depression group had lower attendance to the online classes and made online friends more frequently. Duration of social media use was significantly higher in the anxiety and depressive disorder groups. Weight change ratio of the ADHD group from the beginning of the pandemic was greater than the controls. Conclusion: During the pandemic period, anxiety or depression groups exhibited more intense psychiatric symptoms. ADHD or depression, play a role in their lower participation in classes, putting these groups at an academic disadvantage compared to their typically developing peers.

Joint Developmental Trajectories of Perinatal Depression and Anxiety and Their Predictors: A Longitudinal Study

Background: Perinatal depression and anxiety can be experienced simultaneously and change over time. This study aimed to explore the independent and joint developmental trajectories and predictors of perinatal depression and anxiety. Methods: From January 2022 to December 2023, a total of 1062 pregnant women from Affiliated Women’s Hospital of Jiangnan University were surveyed for depression and anxiety symptoms using the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) and Generalized Anxiety Disorder Scale (GAD-7) in early pregnancy (T1, 0–13+6 weeks), mid-term pregnancy (T2, 14–27+6 weeks), late pregnancy (T3, 28–41 weeks), and 42 days postpartum (T4). Parallel-process latent class growth model (PPLCGM) was performed to identify the joint developmental trajectories of perinatal depression and anxiety, and logistic regression was used to analyze factors of joint trajectories. Results: Perinatal depression and anxiety each showed four heterogeneous developmental trajectories, and three joint developmental trajectories were identified: “high–slightly decreasing depression and high decreasing anxiety group” (3%), “low–stable depression and low–stable anxiety group” (71%), and “moderate–slightly increasing depression and moderate–decreasing anxiety group” (26%). Adverse maternal history, history of anxiety and depression, and work stress were risk factors for the joint developmental trajectory of perinatal depression and anxiety, while regular exercise, paid work and social support were protective factors. Conclusions: Three joint developmental trajectories for perinatal depression and anxiety were identified, demonstrating group heterogeneity. Perinatal healthcare providers should pay attention to the mental health history of pregnant women, conduct multiple assessments of perinatal anxiety and depression, prioritize individuals with risk factors, and advocate for regular exercise, work participation, and provide greater social support.

Association Between Anxiety and Academic Procrastination among Chinese College Students: A Cross-sectional Study

Anxiety and academic procrastination are general among university students. And experiencing anxiety has been claimed to be related to academic procrastination. This study aims to conduct a cross-sectional investigation on the relationship in college students in China. A cross-sectional study was conducted in colleges and universities in China. Anxiety symptoms were assessed using the self-rating anxiety scale (SAS) and academic procrastination was determined by procrastination assessment scale for students (PASS). Potential confounders included age, gender, major, study program, birth place, and place of residence. Participants were divided into anxiety and non- anxiety group based on SAS score. Pearsons correlation test was used to explore association between anxiety and academic procrastination. We further performed the multivariate linear regression analysis to estimate the relationship before and after adjusting with potential confounders. A total of 523 students participated the survey and completed the questionnaire. Based on SAS threshold of 50, 258 (49.3%) subjects were classified as Non anxiety group (SAS score <50), 185 cases (35.4%) were divided into Mild anxiety group (SAS score 50-59), and 58 cases (11.1%) were divided into Moderate anxiety group (SAS score 60-69).The remaining 22 participants (4.2%) were in the Severe anxiety group (SAS score 70). Academic procrastination was positively associated with anxiety, additionally. This indicated that more anxious people went through more severe academic procrastination. The findings of this study provide evidence that anxiety is positively related to academic procrastination in college students in China. Higher levels of anxiety were linked to increased procrastination behaviors, particularly in academic tasks such as exam preparation and thesis writing.

Prevalence of anxiety and depression among university students in Southern Saudi Arabia based on a cross sectional survey

Students face more challenging conditions as they move forward with their education. As a result of these negative circumstances they are more vulnerable to mental disorders like anxiety and depression. Thus, the study’s goal was to determine the symptoms of anxiety and depression among King Khalid University students in Saudi Arabia’s southern region. A descriptive online institution-based cross-sectional survey design was conducted among students of King Khalid University for a period of 3 months from 20.12.2023 to 29.02.2024 to assess anxiety and depression among university students. This study utilized the Generalised Anxiety Disorder Scale (GAD-7 Scale) and Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) to assess anxiety and depression, respectively. Multivariable logistic regression analysis and Chi square was performed to determine the significant associations between the variables.Out of 323 students, 176 (54.49%) were female, and 147 (45.51%) were male. Overall, there were 43 students (13%) with depressed symptoms and 32 (9.9%) with anxiety symptoms. On the PHQ Scale, eleven students (3.4%) reported having a severe depression (scoring 20 to 27). On the GAD-7 scale, 15 students (4.6%) (score: 15 to 21) were found to have severe or extremely severe anxiety. In the depression group, a significant correlation was discovered with the study year (χ2 = 10.158, df = 4, p = 0.038) and smoking habit (χ2 = 3.614, df = 1, p = 0.057). In the anxiety group, there was a significant correlation with study year (χ2 = 18.920, df = 4 p = 0.001), duration of sleep per day (less than 6 h, 6 to 8 h, more than 8 h) (χ2 = 10.816, df = 2 p = 0.004) and smoking habit (χ2 = 4.253, df = 1, p = 0.039). The association between depression and smoking behaviors [OR = 0.355; 95% CI = 0.114–1.105, p = 0.074] and food source (homemade food) [OR = 0.418; 95% CI = 0.174–1.002, p = 0.051] fell slightly short of statistical significance. In relation to anxiety, smoking behaviors [OR = 0.230; 95% CI = 0.049–1.084, p = 0.063] also showed an association that approached but did not reach statistical significance. Even though this study reports a low prevalence of anxiety and depression, and the incidence rate of anxiety among students is not as high as seen elsewhere, it is nonetheless concerning. Promotion of students’ mental health needs to be given a high priority by universities and other higher education institutions.

Understanding crisis needs among family caregivers of patients in critical care: A qualitative analysis.

Understanding crisis needs among family caregivers of patients in critical care: A qualitative analysis.

Lurasidone for bipolar I depression with comorbid anxiety symptoms: Post-hoc-analysis of randomized, placebo-controlled studies.

Lurasidone for bipolar I depression with comorbid anxiety symptoms: Post-hoc-analysis of randomized, placebo-controlled studies.

Emotional Stroop performance in adults and children with test anxiety: An ERP study.

Emotional Stroop performance in adults and children with test anxiety: An ERP study.

Role of anxiety in exercise intolerance and autonomic nervous system dysfunction post-concussion.

To compare autonomic nervous system (ANS) response using the Buffalo Concussion Bike Test (BCBT) between adult post-concussion patients with and without pre-existing and post-injury anxiety. Cross-sectional cohort study of participants from the Targeted, Multidomain (T-MD) Treatment for Concussion Randomized Controlled Trial. Two concussion specialty clinics. Ages 18-49years, 8days to 6months from injury, without a history of cardiovascular/neurological/vestibular disorders. 256 participants were eligible, 120 declined, 136 enrolled, and 30 were excluded. Participants completed the BCBT at a baseline study visit following initial clinical evaluation. Number of BCBT stages completed and Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), heart rate (HR), blood pressure (BP), and Ratings of Perceived Exertion (RPE) pre- and post-BCBT. 106 participants (age = 25.5 [12.5], 66 [62.3%] female) were included, 44 (41.5%) with pre-existing anxiety, 61 (57.6%) without pre-existing anxiety, 33 (31.1%) with post-injury anxiety, and 73 (68.9%) without post-injury anxiety. Eighteen (17.0%) were in both anxiety groups. Results supported a significant group x time interaction in participants with pre-existing anxiety for increased diastolic BP (F[1,97] = 5.03, p = 0.03) and VAS (F[1,99] = 5.05, p = 0.03) while controlling for covariates. Participants with pre-existing anxiety (median = 8[4]) and post-injury anxiety (median = 8[5]) completed fewer BCBT stages than those without pre-existing (median = 11[6], p < 0.01) and post-injury (median = 10[6], p = 0.03) anxiety. Adults with pre-existing and post-injury anxiety experienced altered physiological responses to exercise post-concussion and completed fewer stages of the BCBT. Anxiety should be considered by clinicians when interpreting findings from exercise intolerance tests such as the BCBT. www. gov ; identifier: NCT04549532; https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT04549532.

Association between dietary flavonoid intake and anxiety: data from NHANES 2017–2018

BackgroundAnxiety disorders are among the most prevalent mental health conditions, characterized by excessive fear, tension, avoidance behaviors, and heightened threat perception. Approximately 1 in 14 individuals meets the diagnostic criteria for an anxiety disorder. Flavonoids, bioactive compounds found in fruits, vegetables, and tea, possess antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties. However, evidence on the relationship between flavonoid intake and anxiety risk remains limited. This study examines the association between flavonoid intake and anxiety risk and explores the effects of specific flavonoid subclasses.MethodsThis study utilized data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). Individual flavonoid intake was assessed using two-day 24-hour dietary recalls, and anxiety status was evaluated through a standardized anxiety questionnaire. To assess the relationship between flavonoid intake and anxiety risk, weighted logistic regression analysis was performed. Additionally, restricted cubic spline (RCS) analysis was employed to evaluate potential nonlinear associations. We conducted subgroup analyses for flavonoids that showed significant associations in the logistic regression, including theaflavin-3-gallate, total flavones, total flavanones, total isoflavones, and naringenin. These analyses aimed to explore the moderating effects of demographic characteristics such as sex, age, marital status, smoking status, and body mass index (BMI).ResultsWe analyzed data from 1,637 participants in the NHANES. Significant differences were observed between the anxious and non-anxious groups in age, poverty-income ratio (PIR), BMI, smoking status, marital status, education level, and flavonoid intake. The anxious group had higher age (47.12 vs. 42.81 years, P < 0.0001), PIR (P < 0.0001), and BMI (P = 0.01). They also had a higher proportion of females, unmarried individuals, and current smokers (P < 0.0001). Logistic regression analysis showed that genistein, petunidin, naringenin, apigenin, and total flavones were significantly associated with reduced anxiety risk (P < 0.05). Subgroup analysis confirmed protective effects in males, married individuals, participants with General Educational Development (GED)-level education, and specific ethnic groups. RCS analysis suggested nonlinear relationships, with total flavones, total flavanones, and naringenin showing protective effects at low intake levels (P < 0.05). All models demonstrated good fit (P < 0.001).ConclusionFlavonoid intake is inversely associated with anxiety risk, particularly Theaflavin-3-gallate, Total Flavones, Total Flavanones, Total Isoflavones, and Naringenin. Further studies are needed to confirm optimal intake levels and underlying mechanisms.

Degree centrality values in the left calcarine as a potential imaging biomarker for anxious major depressive disorder.

Major depressive disorder (MDD) with comorbid anxiety is an intricate psychiatric condition, but limited research is available on the degree centrality (DC) between anxious MDD and nonanxious MDD patients. To examine changes in DC values and their use as neuroimaging biomarkers in anxious and non-anxious MDD patients. We examined 23 anxious MDD patients, 30 nonanxious MDD patients, and 28 healthy controls (HCs) using the DC for data analysis. Compared with HCs, the anxious MDD group reported markedly reduced DC values in the right fusiform gyrus (FFG) and inferior occipital gyrus, whereas elevated DC values in the left middle frontal gyrus and left inferior parietal angular gyrus. The nonanxious MDD group exhibited surged DC values in the bilateral cerebellum IX, right precuneus, and opercular part of the inferior frontal gyrus. Unlike the nonanxious MDD group, the anxious MDD group exhibited declined DC values in the right FFG and bilateral calcarine (CAL). Besides, declined DC values in the right FFG and bilateral CAL negatively correlated with anxiety scores in the MDD group. This study shows that abnormal DC patterns in MDD, especially in the left CAL, can distinguish MDD from its anxiety subtype, indicating a potential neuroimaging biomarker.

Increased risk of depression and anxiety in patients with chronic back pain following COVID-19 infection based on a nationwide population-based study

Using a nationwide database from the Korean National Health Insurance Service database, this retrospective cross-sectional study investigated how COVID-19 affects the onset of depression and anxiety in individuals with pre-existing back pain. Patients were enrolled between 2019 and 2020 using the International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision code. Ultimately, 28,593 and 24,777 eligible patients were classified into depression and anxiety groups, respectively. Further group subdivisions were made according to back pain and no back pain, established through a 1:3 ratio. The Cox proportional-hazards regression model was used to explore the risk of depression or anxiety developing in patients with back pain, adjusting for basic characteristics. Compared with individuals without back pain, those with back pain had higher crude hazard ratios (HRs) for depression (HR 1.877, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.165–3.025, P = 0.01) and anxiety (HR 3.256, 95% CI 1.809–5.859, P < 0.001). Moreover, the back pain group had relatively high adjusted HRs for depression (HR 1.768, 95% CI 1.092–2.862, P = 0.02) and anxiety (HR 3.493, 95% CI 1.916–6.365, P < 0.001). COVID-19 is associated with a relatively high risk of developing depression and anxiety in patients with back pain than in those without.

Эффективность методики комплексной тренировки на основе силового тренинга с мужчинами зрелого возраста в условиях фитнес-центра

To this day, the search for ways to enhance the work efficiency and psycho-emotional state of working men remains pressing and relevant. The purpose of the study is to identify the effectiveness of a comprehensive training methodology based on strength training with mature men in the context of a fitness center. Research methods and organization. The following diagnostic tools were used in the work: analysis and systematization of literary primary sources on the issue; survey/questionnaire using the C.D. Spielberger and Y.L. Khanin test; functional studies; pedagogical experiment; processing and analysis of data. The developed methodology has been tested in wellness activities at a fitness center while working with men aged 30 to 40. Research results and conclusions. The research materials indicate the normalization of heart rate at rest and heart rate recovery after exercise testing. This fact demonstrates the positive impact of the methodology on the adaptation of the cardiovascular system of men to varied physical loads. As a result, the average group indicators of the Rufier index, the Kverga index, and the Harvard step test index have significantly improved. The level of physical performance in men has increased. By the end of the study, men with low and high levels of situational anxiety transitioned to the moderate anxiety group. Additionally, all clients showed improvement in personal anxiety levels. The obtained materials allow for a conclusion regarding the effectiveness and feasibility of the experimental methodology when working with men in fitness center conditions.

Pregnancy-related anxiety modifies the effects of maternal exposure to organophosphate esters on preschoolers' behavioral development.

Pregnancy-related anxiety modifies the effects of maternal exposure to organophosphate esters on preschoolers' behavioral development.

Effectiveness of Technology-Based Intervention in Symptom Management in Pediatric Oncology Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Effectiveness of Technology-Based Intervention in Symptom Management in Pediatric Oncology Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Altered attentional control process of individuals with high test anxiety: An exploratory fMRI study.

Altered attentional control process of individuals with high test anxiety: An exploratory fMRI study.

Neurocognitive mechanisms of social scenario imagery generation in individuals with social anxiety.

Neurocognitive mechanisms of social scenario imagery generation in individuals with social anxiety.

성인 직장인의 생성형 AI 사용수준 및 학습정서 잠재프로파일 분석: 유형별 진로지속가능성, 고용불안, 직무만족 비교

This study aimed to investigate the relationship among AI use levels, attitudes, and career development among 256 employed adults. Latent profile analysis (LPA) was conducted with three factors related to AI, namely, use levels, learning efficacy, and learning anxiety, as the indicator variables. A comparison was made across profiles on career sustainability, employment anxiety, and job satisfaction. First, the results identified three groups: passive anxiety (56.6%; low levels of AI use and learning efficacy but average levels of learning anxiety), moderate optimism (38.1%; above-average levels of AI use and learning efficacy with low levels of learning anxiety), and open-mixed (5.3%; above-average levels of AI use, learning efficacy, and learning anxiety). Second, the comparison between career sustainability and job satisfaction among the three groups revealed that the open-mixed group obtained the highest scores across all measures, followed by the moderate optimism and passive anxiety groups. For employment anxiety, higher levels of learning anxiety denoted higher levels of employment anxiety. These findings implied that while high levels of AI use and learning efficacy are positively associated with positive outcomes, they may be insufficient for mitigating employment anxiety. Lastly, the study discussed the academic implications of the results and recommended career guidance.

Supervised Home-Based Exercise Intervention in Colorectal Cancer Patients Following Surgery: A Feasibility Study.

This pilot study aimed to assess the feasibility and preliminary effects of a supervised, home-based exercise program in patients recovering from laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery. A total of 23 patients were included, with 13 participating in the exercise intervention and 10 receiving standard postoperative care. The exercise group (intervention group) followed a two-month structured program, while the control group received no structured exercise. Feasibility was demonstrated by 98% adherence in the intervention group and no reported adverse events. At T1, the intervention group showed significant improvements in role function, cognitive function, and reduced fatigue compared to the control group. At T2, a significant difference was observed in physical function. Functional capacity, assessed by the Six-Minute Walk Test, was significantly better in the intervention group at T1, T2, and T3, as was physical performance measured by the Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) at T1, T2, and T3. No significant differences were observed between the groups in anxiety, depression, sleep quality, or body composition parameters. This study highlights the feasibility of a supervised home-based exercise program in the early postoperative phase, demonstrating positive effects on Quality of Life, functional recovery, and fatigue in colorectal cancer patients.

In-Hospital Pain Reporting Among Total Knee Arthroplasty Patients with Anxiety Diagnoses.

In-Hospital Pain Reporting Among Total Knee Arthroplasty Patients with Anxiety Diagnoses.

Effects of a health-seeking behavior education program based on motivational interview techniques on health-seeking behaviors, illness self-management, and anxiety in elderly immigrant women: a randomized controlled study.

Whether voluntary or forced, migration always affects those who migrate. Migrants experience the negative effects of migration more severely if they are older, chronic patients, or women. If a group of migrants possess all these vulnerabilities, they need more assistance and healthcare. This study was carried out to investigate the effects of a health-seeking behavior education program based on motivational interview techniques on health-seeking behaviors, illness self-management, and anxiety in elderly migrant women. This study was conducted with a randomized controlled experimental design involving an experimental group (n = 18) and a control group (n = 18). The simple random sampling method was chosen to ensure that the groups were randomly distributed and had the same number of participants. A "Personal Information Form," the "Health-Seeking Behaviors Scale," the "Health Anxiety Inventory," and the "Chronic Illness Self-Management Scale" were used to collect data. The intervention consisted of four structured seasons. In addition, the main themes were also covered with Motivational Interviewing (MI) techniques within these seasons. Before the intervention (pretest), no significant differences were found between the groups in health-seeking behaviors, health anxiety, or chronic illness self-management (p > 0.05). In the posttest, the control group showed a significant decrease in total Health-Seeking Behaviors Scale scores and in professional and traditional health-seeking behaviors (p < 0.05), while online health-seeking behaviors did not significantly change (p > 0.05). Additionally, the control group's self-stigma and other chronic illness self-management dimensions worsened (p < 0.05). In contrast, the experimental group showed significant improvements in total health-seeking behaviors, particularly in online and professional behaviors (p < 0.05). They also showed reductions in health anxiety and self-stigma, with improvements in chronic illness self-management dimensions such as coping with stigma and treatment adherence (p < 0.05). Intergroup comparisons revealed that the experimental group had significantly better outcomes in all these areas compared to the control group (p < 0.05). The study highlights that migration negatively affects health-seeking behaviors, especially in elderly migrant women. However, the health-seeking behavior education program based on motivational interviewing techniques proved to be effective in improving these behaviors, illness self-management, and reducing anxiety. This suggests the need for targeted interventions to support vulnerable migrant populations.