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health5 days ago•26 min saved

One Crash, Three Minds: Divergent Paths Through Trauma

Three survivors of a helicopter crash—Lisa, Martin and Caleb—show how the same disaster can unfold into very different psychological outcomes: Lisa appears resilient though later postpartum psychosis; Martin develops depression and alcohol misuse; Caleb suffers paranoid psychosis requiring hospitalization. Dr. Gwen Adshead links these trajectories to childhood attachment security and individual coping, notes evolving PTSD concepts, and explains how legal settlements intersect with mental health assessments and recovery timelines.

via The Telegraph|

#attachment #health #helicopter-crash

science7 days ago•4 min saved

Tetris as Therapy Shows Promise in Reducing Trauma Memories

A UK-Sweden trial with around 40 NHS staff exposed to trauma found that playing a slow version of Tetris while briefly recalling a traumatic memory—an imagery competing task intervention (ICTI)—weakens the vividness of intrusive memories by occupying visuospatial brain areas. Within four weeks, those receiving ICTI had about 10 times fewer flashbacks; at six months, 70% reported no intrusive memories, and PTSD symptoms improved. Led by Emily Holmes, the study is described as a real breakthrough and could be tested in larger groups.

via Sky News|

#icti #memory #ptsd

science21 days ago•89 min saved

Psychedelics May Rewire PTSD Brains, Opening Doors for Rapid Therapy

New research suggests psychedelics such as MDMA and psilocybin may help PTSD by promoting neuroplasticity and rebalancing fear circuits, enabling faster, therapy-assisted recovery. In MDMA-assisted therapy trials, about 67% of participants no longer met PTSD criteria compared with 32% on placebo; psilocybin trials are also showing promise in reducing symptoms and increasing cognitive flexibility. The proposed mechanisms involve dampened amygdala activity, enhanced prefrontal control, restoration of BDNF, and disruption of the default mode network, which may help patients reprocess trauma during psychotherapy. However, large, controlled trials are still needed, and regulatory hurdles persist due to Schedule I status and safety/blinding challenges.

via Live Science|

#mdma #neuroplasticity #psilocybin

health21 days ago•510 min saved

EMDR in the Spotlight: Do Therapists Truly Understand Why It Helps?

EMDR has become a mainstream PTSD treatment with strong trial support, but experts remain divided on why it works: some say bilateral eye movements are key, others argue that working-memory taxation explains the benefit, and many therapists customize the approach. The piece also emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic alliance and cites debates among researchers about neuroscience versus psychology, along with real-world examples of how clinicians apply EMDR.

via The Cut|

#bilateral-stimulation #emdr #health

health1 month ago•5 min saved

Gender Differences in the Biological Roots of PTSD

A study reveals that PTSD has different biological roots in men and women, with men showing deficits in stress-regulating lipids and women exhibiting heightened systemic inflammation, suggesting the need for sex-specific treatments.

via PsyPost|

#biological-mechanisms #endocannabinoids #health

science2 months ago•9 min saved

Rewriting Memories in the Lab: A Future Cure for Humans

Recent advances in neuroscience suggest that manipulating memories could become a therapeutic tool for mental health conditions like PTSD, depression, and dementia, by altering emotional responses and restoring lost memories, although ethical and practical challenges remain for human application.

via Los Angeles Times|

#dementia #depression #memory-manipulation

health2 months ago•5 min saved

Brain Changes in 9/11 Responders Reveal PTSD Impact

A study on 9/11 first responders found that many suffer from PTSD, with over 6,000 cases identified, highlighting the long-term mental health impact of the disaster and the importance of addressing stigma around seeking help.

via Newsday|

#911-responders #health #mental-health

health3 months ago•3 min saved

6 Signs Childhood Trauma Impacts Adult Life, Experts Say

Childhood trauma can have lasting effects into adulthood, manifesting as signs like hypervigilance, people-pleasing, anger outbursts, and risky behaviors. Recognizing these signs is crucial for seeking support and beginning recovery, as trauma impacts mental health and relationships.

via The Times of India|

#adult-trauma-signs #childhood-trauma #health

science4 months ago•5 min saved

Astrocytes Play a Crucial Role in Emotional Memory Storage

New research shows that astrocytes, not neurons, are key to stabilizing emotional memories by being biologically tagged with adrenoreceptors after intense experiences, and re-engaging during recall. Manipulating these astrocytes affects memory stability and fear responses, opening potential therapeutic avenues for PTSD and trauma-related conditions.

via Neuroscience News|

#astrocytes #emotional-memory #memory-stabilization

health4 months ago•7 min saved

Exploring Ketamine Therapy for Mental Health: Success Stories and Challenges

The article discusses the potential use of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy as a treatment for depression and PTSD among first responders, highlighting its rapid effects, regulatory challenges, and the stigma associated with its use, with personal stories illustrating its impact.

via CBS News|

#depression #first-responders #health

health4 months ago•8 min saved

Neuroscientists Uncover New Insights into the Amygdala and PTSD

A study reveals that specific subregions of the amygdala, particularly the basolateral part, show altered connectivity patterns in individuals with PTSD, affecting emotional regulation, sensory processing, and self-awareness, which deepens understanding of the disorder's neural basis.

via PsyPost|

#amygdala #brain-connectivity #health

health5 months ago•5 min saved

Utah Clinic's Pain Treatment Offers Hope for PTSD Patients

A new outpatient procedure called Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) shows promise as a safe and effective treatment for PTSD by temporarily reducing the overactive fight-or-flight response linked to the amygdala, offering hope especially for veterans and resistant cases.

via KSL.com|

#anxiety #brain #health

health5 months ago•6 min saved

PTSD Symptoms May Be Influenced by Empathy for Others' Stress

A study finds that individuals with war-related trauma who strongly resonate with others' stress responses tend to have more severe PTSD symptoms, suggesting that heightened stress resonance may be a symptom rather than a vulnerability factor. The research highlights the complex relationship between empathy, stress responses, and PTSD in refugees and migrants.

via PsyPost|

#empathy #health #ptsd

health6 months ago•7 min saved

Misdiagnosed Eating Disorder Led to PTSD

Charlotte Chapman-Hart, a woman with a rare neurological condition, was misdiagnosed with an eating disorder after rapid weight loss caused by medication side effects, leading to traumatic hospital experiences and PTSD. Her story highlights the importance of accurate diagnosis and attentive healthcare for rare diseases.

via BBC|

#eating-disorder #health #misdiagnosis

world7 months ago•8 min saved

Ukraine Faces Escalating Drone Attacks Amid Record Russian Strikes

The article discusses the psychological and physical impact of drone warfare in Ukraine, highlighting how soldiers and civilians are suffering from drone-related trauma, including a new condition called 'droneophobia,' as the sound of drones haunts them even after returning to civilian life.

via BBC|

#civilian-impact #drones #ptsd