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Miriam Fauzia

Scientists Identified A Strange Connection Between Our Gut Microbes and Anxiety

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If social situations bring on feelings of overwhelming stress, discomfort, and self-consciousness, you’re not alone. Around 15 million adults in the U.S. have social anxiety, a common disorder marked by fear you might be judged or criticized when interacting with other people, whether it's answering a question in class or shopping at the grocery store.

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