Have you ever considered the lasting effects of childhood trauma and how they extend into adulthood? How we are raised ...

A new study published in the International Journal of Sexual Health provides evidence that experiencing sexual abuse during ...

University of Leeds psychologists report that stress appraisal and perceived stress act as key conduits linking childhood trauma to adult depression, anxiety, defeat, and entrapment. Childhood trauma ...

Our brain is always there. From birth, and even prenatally, it is exposed to the environment. How does the brain react to that? The brain shows spontaneous or intrinsic activity that seems to remain ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Childhood trauma was tied to worse sleep continuity and adulthood trauma was tied to worse sleep quality.

Childhood trauma, including abuse, neglect, and family dysfunction, can be so severe or pervasive that it can change a person's physiology and put them at greater risk for diseases as adults, says San ...

Childhood experiences shape who we are, from how we form relationships to how our bodies respond to stress. When those early years contain abuse, neglect, or chronic fear, the negative effects may ...

Childhood is supposed to be a time of innocence and protection, but for many, it carries emotional wounds that persist deep into adulthood. Dramatic events don't always mark trauma; sometimes, it’s ...

Our childhood will always be the place with the most profound memories. These memories later shape our entire existence and outcome in life. Growing up we are filled with endless curiosity and ...

As an adult, we’re often taught to look back on our childhood with reverence and happy thoughts, with a smile and warm, fuzzy moments that take us back to happier and carefree times. Childhood is ...

When adults cultivate a “growth mindset” in adulthood and view their mistakes as an opportunity for personal growth and education, even the most uncomfortable situations can have a bright side. Even ...