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Girl experiencing social anxiety

Clinical psychologist’s book addresses largely ignored problem: social anxiety

Only half of individuals with social anxiety ever seek treatment, says author Thomas E. Brown
By Iqbal Pittalwala | | Health
Child moving into an MRI scan machine

Minoritized groups face high anxiety when taking part in research experiments

Preadolescent girls used an MRI scanner in UC Riverside-led study
By Iqbal Pittalwala | | Social Science / Education

Addressing the anxiety crisis

UC Riverside mental health professionals answer questions specific to adults, children, and students
By Iqbal Pittalwala | | Health

COVID-19 took serious toll on Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander mental and physical health

Two UC Riverside-led studies found concerning psychological and physical health problems among more than 300 NH/PIs in five US states
By Iqbal Pittalwala | | Health

Study gauges social responsibility in slowing COVID-19 spread

Researchers conducted focus groups of UC Riverside faculty, staff, and students
By Iqbal Pittalwala | | Health, University
People working together in an office

Experts address anxiety about returning to work during pandemic

UC Riverside is set to reopen in fall 2021
By Iqbal Pittalwala and Holly Ober | | University, Health