childhood trauma
40 Percent of Mental Illnesses Linked to Childhood Maltreatment
Health
Sarah Carter
Summary: Up to 40% of prevalent mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and substance abuse, stem from childhood maltreatment. The study estimates ...
Childhood Trauma Impacts Muscle Function in Later Life
Health
Sarah Carter
Summary: Adverse childhood experiences can detrimentally affect muscle function in older adults by impairing mitochondrial activity necessary for energy production. The study ...
Stress and Trauma Risk Factors for Alzheimer’s
Health
Sarah Carter
Summary: Researchers linked midlife stress and childhood trauma to an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease and neuroinflammation. Analyzing 1,290 volunteers, researchers found ...
How Childhood Trauma Alters Brain Pathways
Health
Sarah Carter
Summary: Researchers shed light on the profound effects of childhood trauma on brain development, uncovering significant disruptions in neural networks critical for ...
