Trauma comes in many forms. Natural disasters such as wildfires, hurricanes, earthquakes and tornadoes can certainly be difficult life-altering events. Being diagnosed with a chronic condition or ...

Benjamin holds a Master's degree in anthropology from University College London and has previously worked in the fields of psychedelic neuroscience and mental health. Benjamin holds a Master's degree ...

MIAMI ― Women have a significantly greater risk of developing posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) than men, regardless of the severity of the traumatic event, according to results from a new ...

A new study has revealed that the body’s hormone stress response is why some people develop post-traumatic stress disorder following trauma exposure, and others don’t. The finding could lead to more ...

Researchers show why only a subset of individuals exposed to trauma develop posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The research, centered on the body's stress hormone response, could pave the way for ...

Researchers analyzed 193 patients from the Vietnam Head Injury Study with penetrating traumatic brain injury to determine if the location of shrapnel damage to their brains influenced risk of ...

In a first-of-its-kind study comparing younger and older biological females, researchers at the University of Arizona examine how shifts in estrogen levels can alter the brain’s fear-circuitry — ...

Imagine driving along I-20 west headed to Tuscaloosa for an Alabama football game. Suddenly, a car slams on the brakes in front of you and you can’t avoid it. You crash into it. Both you and the other ...

Experiencing trauma can sometimes lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This serious mental health condition is marked by changes in mood, intrusive memories, avoidant behavior, and a ...