Some examples of connective tissues are bone, cartilage, blood, and adipose (fat). Blood is the main connective tissue in the circulatory system, but it's a liquid connective tissue.
Lewith and colleagues investigated the effects of lavender aromatherapy on depressed mood and anxiety in female patients being treated with chronic hemodialysis.59 The effects of aromatherapy were measured using the Hamilton rating scale for depression (HAMD) and the Hamilton rating scale for anxiety (HAMA).
Several herbal remedies have been studied as a treatment for anxiety, but more research is needed to understand the risks and benefits. Here's what we know â and don't know: 1  Kava. 2  Kava appeared to be a promising treatment for anxiety, but reports of serious liver damage â even with short-term use â caused several European countries to pull it off the market. 3  The Food and Drug Administration has issued warnings but not banned sales in the United States.