The timing of trauma determines adult behavioral outcomes like aggression or social anxiety by impacting specific ...

A research team from the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT-Italian Institute of Technology), in collaboration with the ...

Researchers identify molecular markers in children and adolescents, revealing how child maltreatment stress alters DNA, brain development, and mental health Child maltreatment, which includes abuse ...

A four–amino acid peptide called CAQK has shown powerful brain-protective effects in animal models of traumatic brain injury. Delivered through a standard IV, it zeroes in on injured brain tissue, ...

Experiencing depressive symptoms can change how young adults remember the hardships of their youth, leading them to report more past traumas over time. Dealing with these emotional health challenges ...

Trauma is a serious issue that requires trauma therapy. An estimated 90 percent of adults in the United States have experienced a traumatic event at least once in their lives. Eight million people ...

When she transferred to a new K-8 school two years ago, Tinazsha Johnson was in deep distress. The Baltimore sixth grader was crushed by the death of her mother. Her father was in and out of lockups.

Child maltreatment, which includes abuse and neglect, is one of the most serious public health concerns worldwide. These adversities leave a lasting impact on the emotional well-being, memory, and ...