Hormone estradiol shapes women's brain responses to threat after trauma, study finds

Women are more than twice as likely as men to develop stress-related conditions such as posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), ...
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15 Strange Coping Mechanisms Trauma Survivors Think Are “Normal”

Trauma doesn’t always look dramatic or noticeable. More often, it disguises itself as habits, quirks, and behaviors people assume are just “how they are.” Survivors adapt in ways that help them feel ...
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This Tortured State of Consciousness Feels Like Your Brain Is Broken—But It's a Survival Tactic, Scientists Say

Traumatic events actually cause distinct behaviors in the brain. Recalling a traumatic episode can make your brain think you are reliving it. The trauma response stems from your brain’s evolved ...
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11 Things People Think Are Normal At Work But Are Actually Signs Of Career Trauma

Work should never define or take over your life. Unfortunately, here are 11 things people think are normal at work but are ...
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The Art Of Healing Yourself: 7 Ways To Feel Whole Again After A Really Tough Year

After a year that stretched you emotionally and mentally, healing doesn't mean erasing what happened. Here are seven ...
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What Evidence Best Supports a Brain Injury Lawsuit

A traumatic brain injury can change a person’s life in ways that aren’t always visible. You may look “fine” from the outside, but struggle with headaches, memory problems, mood shifts, dizziness, or ...