Differences in Brain May Account for Anxiety Disorders

There may be a reason why some people react more strongly to stressful situations than others.

According to new research from the University of Wisconsin, people who suffer from an anxiety disorder lack connections between brain structures involved in emotion.

This means that people with anxiety problems are less able to control their feelings of panic. Additionally, these individuals feel more upset and unsettled by stressful stimuli.

To read a more detailed explanation of how a highly anxious person’s brain works, follow the link below.

http://www.healthimaging.com/index.php?option=com_articles&view=article&id=35260:mri-reveals-weak-links-to-amygdala-in-patients-with-anxiety