Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) isn’t caused by just one faulty switch in the brain; it’s more like a tangled orchestra of genes and cells thrown off-key by trauma. With many genetic players ...

Childhood trauma is an intricate experience that deeply imprints on our psyche, influencing both our internal and external engagements. Its effects often persist into adulthood, manifesting in varied ...

Cameron Carter, MD, Editor of Biological Psychiatry: Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuroimaging, said of the study, "These findings highlight the key role that the prefrontal cortex may play in ...

Of the most well-regarded treatments for trauma, cognitive processing therapy equips clients with tools to thrive beyond mere ...

A University of Alabama at Birmingham expert unpacks the complexities of PTSD, its impact on the brain and sleep, and how individuals can navigate emotional and cognitive challenges through treatment.

Traumatic events actually cause distinct behaviors in the brain. Recalling a traumatic episode can make your brain think you are reliving it. The trauma response stems from your brain’s evolved ...

Children who experience traumatic events may show subtle but measurable differences in how their brains process attention and control impulses, according to a new study published in Neuropsychologia.

If you’re dealing with a profound loss, the aftereffects of tragedy or post-traumatic stress you may be feeling spiritually dead. Maybe you think you’ve lost your faith or that God has left you. It ...