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Behavioral inhibition in childhood predicts social anxiety in adolescence, study finds

Behavioral inhibition in childhood predicts social anxiety in adolescence, study finds

A 7-year study of twins found that behavioral inhibition in childhood is associated with social anxiety in adolescence. Behavioral inhibition was mainly assessed by shyness. Parental stress and a number of other factors have been found to influence the strength of this association. The study was published in Development and psychopathology. Behavioral inhibition is a …

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'There's a lot of anxiety': Worries over power cuts as Murray River rises

‘There’s a lot of anxiety’: Worries over power cuts as Murray River rises

Ben Taylor was seven years old when he saw the Murray River reach record highs in Riverland in 1974. Key points: Farmers fear their power will be cut off as the Murray River rises SA government says it is pressuring SA Power Networks to provide better communication and discretion Authorities will move a group of …

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High blood pressure may contribute to neurotic behavior in some people

High blood pressure may contribute to neurotic behavior in some people

Share on PinterestHigh blood pressure may contribute to anxiety and neurotic personality traits, a new study suggests. Maskot/Getty Images Recent research suggests that high blood pressure can lead to an increase in neurotic behaviors. High blood pressure (hypertension) is a risk factor for heart attack, stroke, and other health problems. Hypertension was responsible for more …

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High blood pressure: Study finds 'causal effect' on neurotic behavior

High blood pressure: Study finds ‘causal effect’ on neurotic behavior

Share on PinterestA new study shows that diastolic blood pressure can lead to neuroticism, which is associated with anxiety and mood disorders. VISUAL SPECTRUM/Stocksy Blood pressure is a crucial part of health, with high blood pressure being linked to an increased risk of serious physical health problems. How blood pressure might impact other areas of …

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