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Why does heartbreak hurt so much? Science has the answer
By Lou Mudge published
Research explains why the pain of heartbreak isn't just in the mind.

Restless legs syndrome: Causes, symptoms and treatment
By Anna Gora last updated
Restless legs syndrome is a nervous system condition that causes an intense urge to move the legs.

What is the key to happiness? We look at the science behind it.
By Anna Gora published
From social connection to physical activity, is science any closer to finding the key to happiness?

The five (and more) human senses
By Ailsa Harvey, Alina Bradford last updated
Reference There are five basic human senses: touch, sight, hearing, smell and taste. Other senses also help us understand and perceive the world around us.

Social anxiety disorder: Causes, symptoms and treatment
By Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated
Social anxiety disorder causes significant discomfort about social interactions.

Panic disorder: Causes & symptoms of panic attacks
By Kim Ann Zimmermann last updated
REFERENCE Panic disorder is marked by sudden episodes of intense fear, known as panic attacks, that can trigger physical symptoms.

Generalized anxiety disorder: Causes, symptoms & treatment
By Kim Ann Zimmermann published
People with generalized anxiety disorder experience constant feelings of anxiety that affect their everyday life.

Depression: Causes, symptoms and treatments
By Bahar Gholipour published
REFERENCE Depression can affect people of all ages, races and socioeconomic classes.
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