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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s triggered by a terrifying event, either experiencing it or witnessing it. Symptoms may include flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety, as well as uncontrollable thoughts about the event. Many people who go through traumatic events may have temporary difficulty adjusting and coping, but with time and good self-care, they usually get better. However, those who continue to experience problems may be diagnosed with PTSD. People with PTSD may find themselves feeling frightened or stressed even when they are not in danger. The disorder can be debilitating, interfering with daily life and the ability to function effectively. Treatment often involves psychotherapy, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, and can also include medication to help ease symptoms. The aim is to improve symptoms, teach the individual coping strategies, and restore normal functioning.
In a newly published study, a team of researchers show that blocking amygdala cells’ interactions…
Researchers at Stanford University have been able to provide sleep-based therapies to deal with traumatic…
A newly published study involving mice reveals that heavy alcohol use actually rewires brain circuitry,…
Scientists at the University of Basel in Switzerland were able to analyze the genetic sequences…
A new study from the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev examined the prevalence of Post-Traumatic…
Researchers at UCLA have published a study in the journal Biological Psychology showing the first…