Hey there! In my latest blog post, I dive into two fascinating topics. First up, I’ve got a piece on social anxiety disorder and how gut microbiota might play a role in increasing social fear. Then, I explore the concept of “functional freeze,” explaining why even successful individuals sometimes find it hard to get out of bed. Intrigued? Join me as I unpack these intriguing findings!

• Social anxiety disorder-associated gut microbiota increases social fear: Social anxiety disorder (SAD) is a crippling psychiatric disorder characterized by intense fear or anxiety in social situations and their avoidance…
• ‘Functional freeze’ could be the reason even successful people struggle to get out of bed some days: Here’s what it means: Struggling to get out of bed even after a productive day or week? You may be stuck in a functional freeze, expert says.