An increased heart rate induces anxiety, study hints

A racing heart can induce an anxiety-like behaviour, according to a new study in mice that sheds more light on how signals from within the body may influence emotional behaviours.

Studies have shown previously how emotional states influence body functions such as how anxiety can cause the heart to beat faster.

However, the reverse condition of whether an increase in heart rate might induce anxiety or fear responses has remained unclear.

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