Long-term Molecular Changes In The Brain Explain Susceptibility Or Resilience To A Traumatic Event

Long-term Molecular Changes In The Brain Explain Susceptibility Or Resilience To A Traumatic Event

March 1, 2023
PTSD is a chronic mental health disorder. However, science still does not understand why some people are susceptible to the condition. Understanding why some develop PTSD when exposed to stress and others remain resilient may help develop better treatments. In the new study in mice,…

Women with a Traumatic Experience More Likely To Have Low Sex Hormone

Women with a Traumatic Experience More Likely To Have Low Sex Hormone

February 1, 2023
Summary: Low sex hormones are a significant problem in postmenopausal women, causing mood swings, poor bone health, and more. A new study shows that women living with psychological trauma are more likely to have low sex hormones due to ovarian dysfunction. However, psychological trauma does…