Survivors of forced adoption in South Australia call for greater recognition
Warning: This story contains details some readers may find distressing. Jo Forrest was 18 years old when she…
Childhood trauma affects two in five Australian adults and raises lifelong health risks
A University of Sydney-led study published today has found 42 percent of Australian adults – more than eight…
People with traumatic spinal cord injuries at higher risk of developing chronic health problems
A new study by investigators from Mass General Brigham shows that patients with traumatic spinal cord injuries (TSCI)…
Southern Peaks Treatment Center restrains kids excessively, report says
Staffers at a youth mental health treatment facility in southern Colorado were too quick to restrain kids —…
The Truth About IFS, the Therapy That Can Break You
Illustration: Joan Wong; Source Photo Getty Images Bobby Lerz put his 16-year-old daughter on a plane in New…
The role of epigenetics in memory expression
Our experiences leave traces in the brain, stored in small groups of cells called “engrams”. Engrams are thought…
New BRIGHT Center aims to build resilience after trauma
The Medical University of South Carolina has been awarded more than $11 million by the National Institute of…
New insights into how the blood-brain barrier safeguards the brain
By decoding the blood-brain barrier’s intricate structure and function, researchers are paving the way for new therapies that…
Child maltreatment leaves measurable biological scars on children’s DNA
Child maltreatment, which includes abuse and neglect, is one of the most serious public health concerns worldwide. These…
Cops on ketamine? Largely unregulated mental health treatment faces hurdles
If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide &…
Prehospital analgesia for trauma-related pain by paramedics: a comparative retrospective observational study of paracetamol, nalbuphine plus paracetamol, and piritramide | Scandinavian Journal of Trauma, Resuscitation and Emergency Medicine
Main findings This retrospective, multicenter observational study evaluated the efficacy and safety of analgesic therapy for trauma-related pain.…
What’s more dangerous, road cycling or mountain biking?
A one-year study reveals that road cyclists face more severe injuries than mountain bikers, with older riders at…