According to a new study, children who have been maltreated have a surprising ability to regulate their emotions.
Adults who experienced traumatic events, including abuse and household dysfunction, as children had an increased risk of developing neurological conditions later in life. Additionally, researchers found a significant link between childhood trauma and depression and anxiety in adulthood.
Women who experienced childhood trauma had an increased risk of developing multiple sclerosis later in life. The evidence suggests childhood abuse and trauma can alter the immune system and increase the risk of developing autoimmune diseases.
Female rats that experienced early life adversity developed abnormal connections between the amygdala and prefrontal cortex in response to neglect.
Mice exposed to childhood stress were more likely to develop autoimmune disorders, like multiple sclerosis, and were less likely to respond to treatment.
Study finds an association between resting state network connectivity abnormalities in those with major depressive disorder who experienced childhood trauma.
Experiencing trauma and adversity during childhood has been linked to a greater risk of tooth loss later in life.
Vaccine hesitancy was three times higher in people who experienced four or more types of trauma as a child compared to those who had no history of childhood trauma, a new study reveals.
Early childhood trauma has an impact on glucose metabolism and blood composition, which are passed on to the next generation.
A new study adds to the developing evidence of the role genetics plays in some cases of PTSD.
A progressive exercise training program may help mitigate some of the psychological and physiological effects of adverse childhood experiences in otherwise healthy young women.
Researchers explore the link between childhood trauma and the increased risk of developing mental and physical health problems as adults.
