Women are at twice the risk for anxiety and depression disorders as men are, although the
underlying biological factors and mechanisms are largely unknown. In this review, we …

The study of the gut microbiome has increasingly revealed an important role in modulating
brain function and mental health. In this review, we underscore specific pathways and …

Previous meta-analyses were conducted during the initial phases of the COVID-19
pandemic, which utilized a smaller pool of data. The current meta-analysis aims to provide …

The COVID-19 pandemic is a major health crisis that has changed the life of millions
globally. The purpose of this study was to assess the effect of the pandemic on mental health …

Anxiety disorders are more prevalent in women than in men. In women the menstrual cycle
introduces another variable; indeed, some conditions eg, premenstrual syndrome, are …

There is a growing need for a better understanding of sex differences in animal models of
psychiatric disorders. The elevated plus-maze (EPM) test and large open field (LOF) test are …

Background: Identifying the prevalence of anxiety, depression, and stress among teachers
during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: Systematic review of original studies published in …

Recent meta-analyses have demonstrated that data from female rodents, tested without
regard for estrous stage, is no more variable than male data across a range of traits …

Observations of the disproportionate incidence of depression in women compared with men
have long preceded the recent explosion of interest in sex differences. Nonetheless, the …

Although the etiology and expression of psychiatric disorders are complex, mammals show
biologically preserved behavioral and neurobiological responses to valent stimuli which …