Here’s something new that’s already available: The FDA recently cleared DaylightRx, the very first prescription digital therapeutic for generalized anxiety disorder. Think of it as CBT delivered through your smartphone over a 90-day program. In clinical trials, DaylightRx demonstrated over 70% remission rates and significantly reduced anxiety in patients for up to 6 months or …
Exciting news in anxiety treatment! The FDA has granted breakthrough therapy designation to MM120, a novel LSD-based treatment for generalized anxiety disorder. Phase 2 trials showed that a single oral dose led to meaningful reductions in anxiety symptoms lasting for weeks LifeStance Health, with Phase 3 trials currently underway. What makes this particularly promising is …
A new study published in Frontiers in Public Health (January 2025) identifies key risk factors for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) in adolescents, using machine-learning methods. Frontiers Key findings: Why this matters: Take-Home Thoughts (for Your Community):
When people go to therapy, one of the most healing parts isnât a special technique or a fancy treatment plan â itâs the experience of talking to someone who truly listens. Research published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology shows that the quality of the relationship between you and your therapist â called …
Body: You nailed your presentation. You answered the emails. The office lights go off â yet your chest is still tight and your mind refuses to switch off. Sound familiar? Hereâs whatâs going on: sometimes anxiety isnât about whatâs happening now, itâs about everything that could happen next. It keeps you wired after the workday …
Anxiety doesnât always arrive as a full-blown panic attack. More often, it shows up quietly: a nervous chest, a thought loop, a subtle âwhat ifâ that wonât go away. Hereâs a simple step you can offer to your audience (or use yourself) when that happens â and a short explanation to make the concept shareable. …
If youâve been feeling anxious lately, youâre not alone. Anxiety affects millions of adults every year â and while therapy and medication are powerful tools, one of the simplest and most accessible ways to reduce anxiety is often overlooked: physical activity. The Research Is Clear A 2024 meta-analysis published in the British Journal of Sports …
A 2025 study published in Frontiers in Psychology found that matching workouts to personality types boosts engagement and emotional benefits. For those with anxiety, calm, low-intensity exercisesâlike swimming, tai chi, or solo routinesâare more effective than socially dynamic workouts. https://time.com/7302707/what-is-best-workout-personality Therapist reflection: Workouts, sports, and emotional well-being are unique to each person. There is so …
Approximately 35% of athletes experience significant mental health challengesâsuch as anxiety and depressionâafter major competitions like the Olympics. Some national programs now offer structured “performance decompression,” including hot debriefs and transitional support, to help athletes reset mentally and reintegrate into everyday life. Hot Debriefs Transitional Support https://www.ft.com/content/c6d04d91-917c-4693-a9f0-49134b9cc790?utm_ Therapist Reflections: After we perform, and those we …
Highâprofile cyclists like Mark Cavendish (depression) and Tom Dumoulin (burnout) have highlighted a systemic mental health crisis in pro cycling. Studies report nearly 28% face depression and up to 22% face addiction-related behaviors, often exacerbated by overtraining and isolation. Frameworks such as the Swiss Mental Health Hub and REACT promote early psychological screening and rider-focused …
