Psychology & Intimacy A New Study Reveals a Strong Link Between High Sugar Drink Intake and Anxiety Symptoms in Teenagers April 15, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker A significant new review of existing research has identified a clear and consistent association between the high consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages and the prevalence of anxiety symptoms among adolescents. This…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Didactic adaptation of basketball in physical education to reduce anxiety and emotional eating in adolescent girls with obesity: a randomized controlled trial April 13, 2026 Lina Irawan The pervasive issue of childhood and adolescent obesity, a growing global health concern, disproportionately affects adolescent girls, rendering them vulnerable to a spectrum of physical and psychological health risks. Beyond…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals The effect of EFL learners’ identity on English speaking proficiency and autonomous learning skills among university students: the mediating role of speaking anxiety April 11, 2026 Lina Irawan The crucial role of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learner identity in higher education has been increasingly recognized, yet empirical research exploring its precise connections to speaking proficiency and…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Integrating Appreciative Education with AI-Assisted Oral Training for Sustainable EFL Learning: A Study on Speaking Anxiety and Oral Proficiency April 10, 2026 Lina Irawan In the pursuit of effective English as a Foreign Language (EFL) education for Chinese college students, a groundbreaking study has unveiled a novel pedagogical model that promises to significantly reduce…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Development and Psychometric Validation of the Ethical AI Dilemma Anxiety Scale Among University Students April 9, 2026 Lina Irawan The rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into higher education has sparked significant psychological distress among university students, manifesting as "Ethical AI Dilemma Anxiety" (EAI-DA). This novel construct captures the…
Psychology & Intimacy The Power of Movement: Exercise Outperforms Medication and Therapy for Depression and Anxiety April 8, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker A groundbreaking umbrella review and data synthesis, published online in the prestigious British Journal of Sports Medicine, has delivered compelling evidence that cardiovascular activities like running, swimming, and dancing are…
Psychology & Intimacy A Significant Link Discovered Between High Sugar Drink Consumption and Increased Anxiety Symptoms in Teenagers April 7, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker A comprehensive new study has unveiled a compelling association between the frequent consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages and heightened anxiety symptoms among adolescents. Researchers from Bournemouth University, in collaboration with international…
Sexual Health & Medical Wellness Sertraline Shows Early Symptom-Level Improvements in Depression and Anxiety Within Two Weeks, New UCL Analysis Reveals April 5, 2026 Susilo Ahmad A new, in-depth analysis led by researchers at University College London (UCL) has unveiled that sertraline, a widely prescribed antidepressant sold under brand names such as Zoloft and Lustral, can…
Psychology & Intimacy Astrocytes: The Unsung Heroes of Fear Memory and Potential New Targets for Anxiety Disorders April 4, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker Imagine a star-shaped cell in the brain, reaching out with long, thin extensions to surround nearby neurons. This cell is called an astrocyte. For years, scientists believed astrocytes mainly acted…
Psychology & Intimacy Exercise is a Powerful Ally Against Depression and Anxiety, New Umbrella Review Confirms March 30, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker A comprehensive umbrella review and data synthesis, recently published in the prestigious British Journal of Sports Medicine, has delivered compelling evidence that physical activity, particularly aerobic exercises like running, swimming,…
