Cat-borne parasite Toxoplasma gondii linked to increased anxiety risk, study finds
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A recent study found that people with Toxoplasma gondii antibodies had a higher risk of developing anxiety disorders, suggesting a potential link between the parasite and certain mental and neurological conditions.
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Original Title: Cat-borne parasite Toxoplasma gondii linked to increased anxiety risk, study finds - individuals with detectable antibodies to the parasite had a higher likelihood of being diagnosed with anxiety, while also noting a reduced risk of epilepsy among the same group.