Manifestations Of Anxiety Research Articles

Unraveling the Relationship between Oral Habits and Anxiety: A Narrative Review

ABSTRACT This narrative review aims to elucidate the bidirectional relationship between oral habits and anxiety, examining potential underlying mechanisms, psychological factors, and clinical implications. A comprehensive literature search was conducted using electronic databases, including PubMed, Scopus and Google Scholar, to identify relevant articles published in peer-reviewed journals. Studies investigating the relationship between oral habits (e.g., bruxism, nail biting) and anxiety disorders, as well as associated psychological factors, were included. Oral habits and anxiety exhibit a bidirectional relationship, with individuals engaging in oral habits as coping mechanisms to alleviate anxiety and stress, while anxiety can act as a precipitating factor for the development or exacerbation of oral habits. Common underlying mechanisms include dysregulation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, alterations in neurotransmitter systems, and psychosocial factors. Psychological factors, such as cognitive-behavioral factors, emotional regulation, and attentional biases, further influence the manifestation and maintenance of both oral habits and anxiety. Understanding the complex interplay between oral habits and anxiety is crucial for holistic approaches to healthcare. Integrated assessment and management strategies are needed to address both conditions effectively, with emphasis on behavioral interventions, pharmacological approaches, and multidisciplinary collaboration between dental and mental health professionals. By recognizing and addressing the bidirectional nature of this relationship, healthcare providers can optimize patient care and improve overall well-being.

Manifestation of Anxiety in People with an Addictive (Alcoholic) Form of Behavior

The focus of this article is on the problem of addictive behavior, namely, the psychological characteristics of a person with alcohol dependence. The aim is to analyze and generalize the factors that contribute to the formation of addictive behavior and to highlight the socio-psychological nature of this dependence in relation to anxiety. A number of important psychological and pedagogical issues regarding the factors contributing to the formation of this form of behavior are considered. The features that help to understand and uncover the mechanisms of their action are also considered. It is pointed out that in the study of the personality of people with alcohol dependence, one of the dominant points of view is the phenomenon of anxiety. The researchers' interest is focused on understanding the nature of anxiety as a trigger. The psychology of anxiety is considered as an individually psychological feature of a person who is in one or another difficult situation for him. Recognizing the complexity of studying the personality of people with alcohol dependence, it emphasizes such characteristic features for the majority as short temper, lack of compromise, intolerance to the opinions of others, resentment, a tendency to revenge, a high level of conflict. It is impossible not to pay attention to the fact that there is a contradictory character in the conclusions about the ratio of primary and secondary anxiety and alcohol consumption as two mutually determining factors. An attempt is made to explain this discrepancy based on research. The different types of work significantly enrich our understanding of this phenomenon. Studies have shown that this category of people has a higher level of situational and personal anxiety. The revealed nature of the relationship indicates the peculiarities of conflict in this category. The data obtained show an example of traits that are interrelated with it.

Социальная тревога российского студенчества: территориальный аспект

Relevance. The article is focused оn the analysis of social anxiety and social phobia of modern Russian students of six regions of the Russian Federation in the context of a Special Military Operation and the sanctions pressure of the collective West on our state and its citizens. Research problem. The purpose of our research is to study the manifestations of social anxiety and sociоphobia caused by military actions among Russian students as a special socio-demographic group of people of the younger generation exposed to social risks. Methods. The total number of respondents was 991 people. All respondents are students of higher educational institutions. The research methodology is the Questionnaire of social anxiety and sociobia (OSTiSF). The article analyzes the data of psychological testing (face-to-face and online) of the large-scale interregional socio-psychological study “Russian students: assessments and patterns of the present and future as a basis for the formation of civic and value attitudes”. Research results. It was determined that the dominant type of social anxiety is post-situational rumination. The highest level of social anxiety was observed among young people living in the new Russian territories. Respondents from the newly annexed territories of the Russian Federation have a statistically higher level of social anxiety and sociоphobia than respondents from Belgorod and the Rostov region. Also, social anxiety is higher in women than in men. Conclusions. Psychological correction of social anxiety and sociophobia among modern youth is an important sphere of implementation of university youth policy. Its solution is the prerogative of specialised units of university psychological services.

Supporting Students with Anxiety in Their Studies

Anxiety is a prevalent mental health issue among children and adolescents, which can have a detrimental impact on their personal relationships and academic performance. This study aimed to identify the manifestations of anxiety in educational settings, the effects of anxiety on educational activities, and the types of support that should be provided to students with anxiety. The following research questions guided this study: 1) How is anxiety expressed among 13-14-year-old students when in school? 2)How does anxiety affect the 13-14-year-old students' educational activities? 3) What kind of support should be provided to students with anxiety at school? The participants were 26 students aged 13-14 from various Estonian schools. The data was gathered for analysis via interviews and a questionnaire. A mixed-methods approach was employed. According to the research, children experience anxiety both before and during a test or presentation. It appears that each student expresses fear at school in a different way. Students who learn remotely report feeling less anxious during class activities. This is because they do not have to answer in front of the class or turn on the camera when participating in online lessons. Furthermore, students aged 13-14 prefer to talk to their friends who are also experiencing anxiety than to adults who do not understand their anxiety. Finally, the students' answers revealed that the teacher should ask all the students with equal frequency to present their homework. It is also recommended that anxious students be supported by helping them recall what they have learned and use different methods to assess their knowledge. The students stated that they require a quiet and safe place to be alone at school. There is a need to raise awareness about anxiety symptoms and ways for teachers to support students.

A - 73 The Effects of Socioeconomic Status, Depression, and Chronic Stress on Cognitive Outcomes of Latino Older Adults Enrolled in HABS-HD

Abstract Objective Although research has established that lower socioeconomic status (SES) is linked to worse cognitive functioning in Latino older adults, the precise mechanisms underlying this association remain unclear. SES has been linked to the manifestation and severity of depression and anxiety, and evidence suggests that Latinos may be more susceptible to the negative effects of these psychological factors in late life. Therefore, the present study examined the mediating role of psychological symptomatology in the relationship between SES and cognition. Method 736 Latino older adults (mean age = 62.67) enrolled in HABS-HD were included. Mediation analysis tested the direct and indirect effects of SES (annual household income) and psychological symptomatology (depression, chronic stress) on memory and executive functioning composite scores. Results The direct effect of SES on memory was fully mediated by depression (β = 0.02, CI [0.01, 0.04]), and depression partially mediated the relationship between SES and executive functioning (β = 0.02, CI [0.01, 0.04]). There were no significant indirect effects of chronic stress on SES and memory (β = −0.0003, CI [−0.003, 0.002]) or executive functioning composite scores (β = 0.0004, CI [−0.002, 0.003]). However, after controlling for chronic stress, SES had a direct effect on executive functioning (β = 0.12, CI [0.03, 0.12], p = 0.001), but not memory (β = 0.03, CI [−0.03, 0.07], p = 0.48). Conclusions The effect of SES on cognition is mediated by depressive symptomatology but not chronic stress. Results suggest that culturally tailored treatment of depression may be an immediate intervention against long-standing resource inequalities.

Border Noir: Guilt, Shame and Uncanny Sexuation in Ride the Pink Horse

Although Orson Welles’s 1958 Touch of Evil is the most critically and commercially recognised film within the border noir submode, this essay instead examines Robert Montgomery’s often overlooked 1947 film noir Ride the Pink Horse because of its close attention to the borderland setting. The article utilises a psychoanalytic understanding of affect and a border-influenced reverse anthropology to examine how the deterritorialised effect of the border zone and the uncanny atmosphere of the carnival environment in the film distresses the traditional noir antihero. Specifically examined is the relationship between two major manifestations of anxiety, two major affects: guilt and shame. This attention illustrates how the relocating of the noir universe out of the confines of the conventional dark urban streets to the liminal border zone uncannily transforms the guilt usually associated with the noir protagonist into a type of shame and a stronger encounter with anxiety as, appropriately, a borderless enigma. While guilt usually provides a distance from this enigma for the conventional noir antihero, shame produces a flight into being, as illustrated in the film’s narrative details. Ultimately, Montgomery’s cocksure character (Lucky Gagin), through his encounter with the deterritorialisation of the uncanny border zone, is transported from the conventional noir hero’s masculine position (psychoanalytically conceived) into an abject position that aligns more precisely with the feminine discursive position.

From negative feelings to impairments: A longitudinal study on the development of climate change anxiety

People may experience anxiety and related distress when they come in contact with climate change (i.e., climate change anxiety). Climate change anxiety can be conceptualized as either emotional-based response (the experience of anxiety-related emotions) or impairment-based response (the experience of impairment in daily functioning). To date, it remains uncertain how these distinct manifestations of climate change anxiety are related. Conceptually, the experience of climate change anxiety may transform from an adaptive and healthy emotional response to an impairment in daily functioning. We conducted two two-wave longitudinal studies to examine the possible bidirectional relationships between three manifestations of climate change anxiety. We recruited 942 adults (mean age = 43.1) and 683 parents (mean age = 46.2) in Studies 1 and 2, respectively. We found that Time 1 emotion-based response was positively linked to Time 2 cognitive-emotional impairment, while Time 1 cognitive-emotional impairment was positively related to Time 2 functional impairment. In Study 2, we also found a bidirectional positive relationship between generalized anxiety and emotion-based climate change anxiety over time. Overall, our findings provide initial support to the temporal relationships between different manifestations of climate change anxiety, corroborating that climate change anxiety may develop from emotional responses to impairment in functioning.

Exploring the correlation between paediatric narcolepsy and serum neurofilament light chain levels: An exploratory study

BackgroundThe study seeks to assess serum neurofilament light chain (NfL) levels in paediatric narcolepsy-diagnosed patients. Moreover, it aims to explore the correlation between NfL levels and the severity of narcolepsy symptoms, sleep quality, and manifestations of anxiety and depression. MethodsThis retrospective analysis included 98 paediatric narcolepsy cases and 100 controls matched for age and gender. The study focused on comparing serum NfL levels across these groups. Severity of EDS in patients was measured with the Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS). Moreover, the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), Hamilton Depression Rating Scale-24 (HAMD-24), and Hamilton Anxiety Scale-14 (HAMA-14) were used to assess narcolepsy symptoms, sleep quality, and psychological conditions. ResultsPatients with paediatric narcolepsy had significantly higher serum NfL levels than controls (P < 0.05). Additionally, a positive correlation was found between serum NfL levels and ESS scores (P < 0.001). An independent link between serum NfL and paediatric narcolepsy was established via multiple logistic regression (OR = 0.943, 95 % CI = 0.921–0.993, P = 0.004). Moreover, serum NfL's diagnostic precision for paediatric narcolepsy was evident from the ROC curve area of 0.938 (95 % CI: 0.86–0.99, P < 0.001). ConclusionThe study implies a positive correlation between increased serum NfL levels and the severity of paediatric narcolepsy. Nevertheless, the causative link between serum NfL levels and paediatric narcolepsy remains uncertain, highlighting the need for larger sample sizes and well-structured cohort studies to offer more definitive.

Применение Мебикса в психиатрии и общей медицине: актуальность, перспективы, клинические примеры

Anxiety disorders, except the manifestations of anxiety itself, are characterized by a broad spectrum of cognitive and somatic symptoms significantly reducing the individual’s quality of life and increasing the risk of somatic disorders. The rate of cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and other disorders throughout life is significantly higher in people suffering from anxiety. Furthermore, many symptoms of anxiety and panic/fear mimic manifestations of somatic disorders. Optimal treatment of anxiety disorders includes both pharmacological and psychotherapeutic interventions. At the same time, psychotherapy is not always available for patients, and internists not always decide to prescribe psychotropic medication, for example antidepressants. In such situations, nonbenzodiazepine anxiolytics showing high efficacy and tolerability can be used. Mebix, having an adaptogenic effect on the central nervous system and a stabilizing effect on the autonomic nervous system, that affects almost all neurotransmitters can be considered one of such drugs. The paper reports clinical cases of patients with anxiety disorders, who were treated with Mebix as monotherapy or in combination with antidepressants.

Assessment of the mental status of patients with rosacea

Rosacea is a common chronic skin disease that significantly impairs patients’ quality of life. Various phenotypic characteristics and the localization on the face can have a negative impact on mental health and socialization, causing anxiety and depression in patients with rosacea. The aim of the study was to determine baseline levels of anxiety and depression in patients with erythematotelangiectatic telangiectatic and papulopustular rosacea and their combination and to compare the effect of combination therapy on patients’ psychoemotional state. We observed 45 patients with a diagnosis of erythematous telangiectatic rosacea and papulo-pustular subtypes of mild and moderate severity and their combination. Patients were divided into three groups according to the choice of combination of treatment methods. In group No. 1: 15 patients received botulinum toxin therapy with topical azelaic acid plus ivermectin. In group No. 2: 15 patients received PDL 595 nm procedure in combination with the topical therapy azelaic acid plus ivermectin. In group No. 3: 15 patients received botulinum toxin therapy with incobotulotoxin in combination with ILC 595 nm and topical azelaic acid therapy in combination with ivermectin. 26.7 % of the patients included in the study showed a deterioration in skin appearance due to emotional strain and stress. All patients showed subclinical manifestations of anxiety and depression according to the Hospital anxiety and depression scale (HADS). In addition, the mental state and anxiety of patients with rosacea can be significantly improved after treatment. Combination therapy with ivermectin, azelaic acid, LC 595 nm and botulinum therapy brings maximum results in normalizing the psychoemotional state. Alleviating the clinical manifestations of rosacea helps to reduce the level of anxiety and depression in patients with rosacea.

The psychological impact of mobile phone loss and compromised personal information on depression and information access anxiety

Purpose This paper argues that the psychological impact of mobile phone loss and compromised personal information necessitates a comprehensive approach to mental health and data security. It advocates for the development of robust coping strategies, including digital detox practices and enhanced security measures, to mitigate the adverse effects. Design/methodology/approach This position paper explores the psychological implications of mobile phone loss, particularly focusing on depression and information access anxiety resulting from compromised personal information. The paper synthesizes existing literature and theoretical frameworks to examine the multifaceted impact of mobile phone loss on mental health and proposes strategies to mitigate these effects. This paper uses a qualitative approach, analyzing data from various studies that have investigated mobile phone addiction, data breaches and the psychological effects of mobile phone loss. The analysis focuses on identifying common themes and patterns related to emotional distress, anxiety and coping mechanisms. The psychological impact is contextualized within the broader framework of digital dependency and mental health. Findings The phenomenon of information access anxiety, especially in the context of mobile phone loss, represents a major concern in the digital age. Information access anxiety describes the psychological distress and anxiety experienced by individuals when they are unable to access indispensable information or digital communication tools, typically due to the loss or theft of a mobile device. Research limitations/implications This study acknowledges several limitations that should be considered when interpreting its findings. First, the analysis is based predominantly on secondary data sources and literature reviews, which may not fully capture the nuanced experiences of individuals suffering from the psychological impacts of mobile phone loss. Future research could benefit from primary data collection, such as surveys or interviews, to provide a more comprehensive understanding of these phenomena. Originality/value This position paper contributes to the burgeoning discourse surrounding the psychological ramifications of mobile phone loss, with a particular emphasis on the manifestation of depression and information access anxiety stemming from compromised personal information.

Gray matter volume alterations in de novo Parkinson's disease: A mediational role in the interplay between sleep quality and anxiety.

Parkinson's disease (PD) is increasingly recognized for its non-motor symptoms, among which emotional disturbances and sleep disorders frequently co-occur. The commonality of neuroanatomical underpinnings for these symptoms is not fully understood. This study is intended to investigate the differences in gray matter volume (GMV) between PD patients with anxiety (A-PD) and those without anxiety (NA-PD). Additionally, it seeks to uncover the interplay between GMV variations and the manifestations of anxiety and sleep quality. A total of 37 A-PD patients, 43 NA-PD patients, and 36 healthy controls (HCs) were recruited, all of whom underwent voxel-based morphometry (VBM) analysis. Group differences in GMV were assessed using analysis of covariance (ANCOVA). Partial correlation between GMV, anxiety symptom, and sleep quality were analyzed. Mediation analysis explored the mediating role of the volume of GMV-distinct brain regions on the relationship between sleep quality and anxiety within the PD patient cohort. A-PD patients showed significantly lower GMV in the fusiform gyrus (FG) and right inferior temporal gyrus (ITG) compared to HCs and NA-PD patients. GMV in these regions correlated negatively with Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAMA) scores (right ITG: r = -0.690, p < 0.001; left FG: r = -0.509, p < 0.001; right FG: r = -0.576, p < 0.001) and positively with sleep quality in PD patients (right ITG: r = 0.592, p < 0.001; left FG: r = 0.356, p = 0.001; right FG: r = 0.470, p < 0.001). Mediation analysis revealed that GMV in the FG and right ITG mediated the relationship between sleep quality and anxiety symptoms, with substantial effect sizes accounted for by the right ITG (25.74%) and FG (left: 11.90%, right: 15.59%). This study has shed further light on the relationship between sleep disturbances and anxiety symptoms in PD patients. Given the pivotal roles of the FG and the ITG in facial recognition and the recognition of emotion-related facial expressions, our findings indicate that compromised sleep quality, under the pathological conditions of PD, may exacerbate the reduction in GMV within these regions, impairing the recognition of emotional facial expressions and thereby intensifying anxiety symptoms.

Insight into quality of life: Understanding the experience of patients with cancer in southern Brazil's public healthcare system.

e23223 Background: This study explores the quality of life of individuals undergoing cancer treatment in the southern region of Brazil within the public healthcare system. Recognizing the potential negative impacts of both the disease and its treatment on patients' well-being, there is a pressing need to comprehensively assess their quality of life. The study aims to understand the challenges faced by these individuals in various well-being dimensions. Methods: Data collection occurred from August 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023, approved by the Ethics and Research Committee (Opinion Number: 6,136,833). Quality of life was assessed using the Brazilian version of the Medical Outcome Survey Short-Form 36 (SF-36), a validated instrument comprising 11 questions. Inclusion criteria included individuals over 18, of any gender, residing in the southern region if the state of Espirito Santo, diagnosed with cancer, and receiving treatment at the public healthcare reference oncology center. Exclusion criteria encompassed those under 18, non-residents of southern region, lacking a cancer diagnosis and undergoing oncohematological treatments. Among 263 eligible participants, 21 were excluded for not meeting inclusion criteria and 16 invited individuals chose not to participate, resulting in a final sample of 226 individuals. Results: The composition of the participant pool comprised 71.6% women and 28.4% men. The evaluation of quality of life utilized the SF-36 instrument, which explores various domains: Functional Capacity, Limitation due to Physical Aspects, Pain, General Health Status, Vitality, Social Aspects, Emotional Aspects, and Mental Health.Functional Capacity saw 44.20% facing significant difficulties, 32.80% experiencing mild difficulties, and 23% reporting no hindrance in daily activities. Physical limitations due to cancer treatment were reported by 61%, while 39% did not face such limitations. Most patients experienced some level of pain; only 24.20% were pain-free. General Health Status varied from excellent (9.10%) to very bad (2%). Vitality fluctuated, with 31% reporting vitality all the time. Regarding the social dimension, most individuals experience interference, while only 37% report no impact.Emotional aspects interfered with daily life for 59% of participants. Conclusions: This research indicates that both physical and emotional aspects are significantly affected in cancer patients from southern Espírito Santo. While physical limitations and pain are prevalent, emotional aspects, including manifestations of anxiety and depression, also play a substantial role in influencing daily life. Understanding these dimensions is vital for developing targeted interventions, especially for vulnerable individuals relying on Brazil's public healthcare system, to enhance the quality of life during cancer treatment.

THE PRACTICE OF PROVIDING PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSISTANCE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE AND HUMANITARIAN CENTER FOR UKRAINIAN REFUGEES IN SLOVAKIA

Relevance. Universities of the third age (U3A) are institutions aimed at the post-labor socialization of the older generation, aimed at realizing the idea of "Education throughout life", which, unfortunately, have not become particularly widespread in Ukraine. All the more interesting is the experience of creating such an institution at the beginning of the war by Ukrainian specialists who ended up in Slovakia, and the generalization of the features of their interdisciplinary work on psychological support and social therapy of elderly Ukrainian refugees who are abroad. Methodology. As part of the implementation of the project "Social and psychological assistance for children and adults" on the initiative of the NGO "League of Mental Health" (Slovakia), a University of the Third Age for elderly refugees from Ukraine was established in the city of Gabchykovo. Its activity is based on interdisciplinary, person-oriented and integrative approaches and principles of trust, mutual assistance, tolerant attitude towards the elderly. Sample: 15 people aged 62 - 80 years. Methods. The Spielberger-Khanin (1976) method, conversations, individual, couple, group consultations, occupational therapy, art therapy, social and educational therapy for the elderly; intergenerational programming program for children and the elderly. The results. During the 5 months of work of the team of specialists at U3A, a favorable psychological climate was created; adaptation of the elderly to existence in a local foreign-language environment was carried out; their family conflicts were resolved; integrative classes for the elderly with children were implemented in the center for refugees, which contributed to the development of tolerance and mutual understanding between the two generations. These measures ensured a reduction in the manifestations of stress and anxiety of the study participants, and the steady development of the cognitive and creative spheres of the elderly participants of the U3A.

The study of the relationship between moderate to severe sleep obstructive apnea and cognitive impairment, anxiety, and depression.

The present study endeavored to investigate the interconnection between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and cognitive function, alongside the manifestations of depression and anxiety. Simultaneously, an analysis was conducted to discern the factors exerting influence upon cognitive function. A cohort of 102 patients, who had undergone polysomnography (PSG) at Binhu Hospital, Anhui Medical University, between January 2022 and June 2023, was encompassed in the study. Employing the PSG findings, these individuals were classified into two distinct categories: the grouping consisted of those with either negligible or mild OSA, and the other comprised individuals with moderate to severe OSA. Utilizing the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA-Beijing), Stroop Color and Word Test (SCWT), Digit Span Test (DST), Self-rating Depression Scale (SDS), and Self-rating Anxiety Scale (SAS), scores were recorded and analysed for each of the respective assessments. Additionally, discrepancies and associations between these groups were also scrutinized. The group exhibiting moderate to severe OSA demonstrated significantly elevated measurements in parameters such as neck circumference, BMI, completion times for SCWT-A, B, C, Sleep Inefficiency Index (SIE), SAS, and SDS, in comparison to the No or Mild OSA group. Furthermore, the moderate-severe OSA group manifested notably diminished MoCA scores in areas of visual-spatial and executive function, memory, language, abstraction, delayed recall, orientation, total MoCA score, lowest oxygen saturation (LSaO2), average oxygen saturation, Digit Span Test-backward(DST-b), and Digit Span Test-forward(DST-f), as contrasted with the no-mild OSA group. These inter-group disparities exhibited statistical significance (p < 0.05). The MoCA total score portrayed inverse correlations with age, Apnea-Hypopnea Index (AHI), BMI, SIE, SAS, SDS, CT90%, AHT90%, and Hypoxic Apnea Duration (HAD) (ranging from -0.380 to -0.481, p < 0.05). Conversely, it displayed positive correlations with DST-f, DST-b, LSaO2, and average oxygen saturation (ranging from 0.414 to 0.744, p < 0.05). Neck circumference, AHI, and SAS were autonomously linked to MoCA scores (OR = 1.401, 1.028, 1.070, p < 0.05), while AHI exhibited an independent correlation with SDS and SAS scores (OR = 1.001, p = 0.003). Patients grappling with moderate to severe OSA frequently reveal cognitive impairment and concomitant emotional predicaments encompassing depression and anxiety. These manifestations share an intimate association with AHI, LSaO2, and average oxygen saturation. Notably, anxiety, when coupled with OSA, emerges as an autonomous influential element impinging upon cognitive impairment.

Exploring English language Related Anxiety in Higher Education Context of Pakistan: Teachers’ Perspective

Language-related anxiety is a psychological phenomenon that occurs either during the process of language acquisition or the academic process of an individual’s life. The usage of English as the medium of instruction leads to this anxiety in higher education context of Pakistan. Students’ poor performance and heightened anxiety remain significant concerns in the field of language education. This qualitative paper through in-depth interviews from the faculty members investigates the manifestations of English language anxiety in classroom settings, particularly focusing on variations across educational streams, distinguishing between students from the matriculation and those educated in the Cambridge system. The findings reveal a multifaceted landscape of language anxiety, influenced by educational backgrounds, unfamiliar teaching methodologies, fear of evaluation and educational trajectories. Moreover, the research identifies recommendations and steps taken by faculty to lessen this anxiety. The findings support the importance of tailoring conducive mechanisms to address these disparities. This may result in the facilitation of a more inclusive educational environment that empowers students to overcome language anxiety and excel academically.

A pilot study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of ‘Canna Relief’ Stress Management Oil after oral consumption in patients with Stress and Mild to Moderate Anxiety Disorder

Background: Clinical manifestation of Anxiety is included in as a Mansik vyadhi in Ayurveda. Anxiety disorders are the world’s most common mental disorder affecting 4.05% of global population, translating to 301 million people. The prevalence of anxiety disorders has been rising over the last three decades. Due to the wide spectrum of diseases, much prevalence in society, and lack of effective medicines, the disease has been chosen for the trial. Aim: The aim of this study was to study the efficacy of CannaRelief stress management oil in the management of Anxiety. Materials and Methods: 40 clinically diagnosed patients were selected and administered CannaRelief stress management oil – 4 drops sublingual in night after food for 60 days. Study Design: It was a single‑center, single arm, open‑label, phase 4, pilot study. Results: The drug showed statistically significant results in terms of subjective parameters. It was found that after taking medicine sleep quality was increased in maximum no. of patients. 50% patient showed reduced level of salivary cortisol level and 60% patient showed reduced level of salivary amylase. salivary amylase showed significant result after treatment. Conclusion: CannaRelief stress management oil is effective in the management of Anxiety disorder.

Utjecaj obiteljskog stanja na pojavljivanje anksioznosti kod djece i adolescenata

The prime aim of the research was to establish whether children and adolescentsfrom foster families and children and adolescents from single-parent families suffermore from anxiety than the respondents from two-parent families. The sampleincluded 124 respondents, 42 respondents from foster families, 38 children andadolescents from single-parent families and 44 from two-parent families. The resultsindicate that there are differences in the manifestation of anxiety when it comes torespondents from single-parent families and foster families compared to children andadolescents from two-parent families. There are statistically significant differences inthe levels of expression of anxiety among children who live in foster families comparedto children who live with their two-parents and one parent families. Children fromtwo-parent families show less anxiety compared to children from single-parent andfoster families. The conclusion would be that society should provide support to theproblem of anxiety in children and adolescents, as well as the most common mentalproblems in the health, social and educational contexts. The support would refer bothto the prevention of anxiety and to an adequate multidimensional approach in whichspecialists from different fields, trained educators and parents or guardians of childrenwould be involved

Progressive muscle relaxation alleviates anxiety and improves sleep quality among healthcare practitioners in a mobile cabin hospital: a pre-post comparative study in China.

To investigate the anxiety levels, sleep quality and potential risk factors of healthcare practitioners involved in the management of COVID-19 patients in a mobile cabin hospital, and further to assess the impact of progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) on their anxiety levels and sleep quality. We conducted a pre-post self-controlled trial. Healthcare practitioners meeting the inclusion criteria underwent daily 30-min PMR sessions for seven consecutive days. The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and Hamilton Anxiety Scale (HAMA) were used to assess the anxiety and sleep quality of subjects pre- and post-intervention. Statistical analysis was performed using the Wilcoxon test, Mann-Whitney U test, Kruskal-Wallis H test, and Spearman rank correlation. A total of 94 participants completed the study. No statistically significant differences in HAMA or PSQI total scores were observed between groups categorized based on demographic variables such as age, sex, and years of education (p > 0.05). The PSQI total score and its components (excluding sleep medication usage) exhibited a positive correlation with the HAMA total score and its psychological anxiety component (p < 0.05), and a correlation was observed between somatic anxiety manifestations and several components of the PSQI. The PSQI total scores before and after intervention were 10.0 (8.0, 13.0) and 8.0 (6.0, 9.0) respectively (p < 0.001); the HAMA total scores were 8.0 (5.0, 13.0) and 6.0 (4.0, 9.5) respectively (p < 0.001). The detection rates of poor sleep and anxiety states, along with their severity, significantly decreased post-intervention (p < 0.001). Healthcare practitioners experience prominent anxiety and sleep issues in the mobile cabin hospital. PMR can be an effective intervention for improving the anxiety and sleep quality of healthcare professionals during support periods in the mobile cabin hospital. However, trials with larger samples are necessitated to further affirm these preliminary findings.

Использование приема «смена установки» при проведении специального психофизиологического исследования с применением полиграфа

Introduction. The article considers the tacticsissues of conducting special psychophysiological examination with application of polygraph during professional psychological selection of citizens entering the service in the internal affairs bodies of the Russian Federation.When using polygraph inpersonnel work, there are often situations when it is difficult for a polygraph examiner to make a decision about the significance of the reactions detected, as they may be associated not with the presence of a certain risk factor (deviant behavior) preventingthe subject’s entering the police service, but with the manifestation of situational anxiety, which is difficult for the candidate to control in the situation assessed as stressful. To solve this problem and increase the reliability of polygraph examinationsresults, the specialists use “attitude change”techniquethat makes it possible to draw objective conclusion about the significance of a particular “risk factor” for the subject, taking into account his or her individual psychological characteristics. Research Method. Psychophysiological method of lie detection (polygraph) allows to solve important issues of candidates selection for service in law enforcement agencies who do not have a tendency to deviant behavior, which further ensures the quality and efficiency of professional activities of police officers. Results. Within the framework of the conducted research the possibility of creating special attitude in the subject, providing the emergence of reaction to a stimulus previously not significant for him/her, related to some test subject, was shown. The effectiveness of the “attitude change” technique use, which helps to neutralize the “accusatory bias” of the polygraph test when working with subjects of the anxious and suspiciouscircle, was revealed. It is proved that “attitude change” technique use in the process of screening checks leads to the reduction of errors of the first kind (“false alarm”) and provides reliability of the results of psychophysiological examination with application of polygraph.