Tag: anxiety
News spotlight: Got climate anxiety? Write a letter to the future
If you’re feeling a bit of climate doom — and who isn’t these days — a recent column in The Washington Post could offer some relief. Research suggests that writing letters to the future “may be one of the most powerful ways to inspire support for climate action — and among the few to work…
New Psychotherapies That Focus on Positive Experiences Could Better Treat Depression and Anxiety
New Psychotherapies That Focus on Positive Experiences Could Better Treat Depression and Anxiety These novel treatments help people with depression and anxiety find joy in life By Francine Russo edited by Gary Stix Small pleasures: A new therapy encourages patients to focus on enjoyable experiences, however tiny. Katie, a 40-year-old woman in the county of…
‘Where do I go?’: Fear and anxiety as people flee
Raging wildfires surrounding Los Angeles have spread to Hollywood Hills, a residential neighbourhood overlooking the historic Hollywood area of the city. The Sunset fire broke out at around 18:00 (14:00 GMT) local time on Wednesday, covering much of Hollywood in thick smoke and forcing an evacuation order. While driving in Hollywood, I saw many people…