The connection between gut health and anxiety is mediated by the gut-brain axis (GBA) , a bidirectional communication system linking the central nervous system to the enteric nervous system in the gastrointestinal tract. This axis involves neural pathways (particularly the vagus nerve)...
The relationship between Vyvanse and anxiety is complex and bidirectional. Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine dimesylate) is a stimulant medication primarily prescribed for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Binge Eating Disorder (BED). While it can indirectly alleviate anxiety in...
ADHD and social anxiety frequently co-occur, representing one of the most common yet often overlooked comorbidities in mental health. A 2024 systematic review found that the prevalence of social anxiety disorder (SAD) in those with ADHD ranges widely from 0.04% to 49.5%, while studies...
Anxiety loss of appetite is a common physiological response where the body’s stress response directly suppresses hunger and the desire to eat. This occurs when the “fight or flight” system activates, releasing hormones like cortisol and adrenaline that temporarily shut...
The F41.1 diagnosis is the ICD-10-CM (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification) code used to classify and bill for Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD). It is a billable and specific code that indicates a patient is experiencing the hallmark symptoms of...
