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The Link Between ADHD and Trauma

2026-07-20T12:03:56-05:00

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By Medical News Today

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that often begins in childhood. Studies have found that trauma occurring in childhood may exacerbate or predict some ADHD symptoms.

Traumatic events, such as experiencing violence, abuse, or neglect, can not only result […]

The Link Between ADHD and Trauma2026-07-20T12:03:56-05:00

5 Reasons Why We Blame Ourselves After Trauma

2026-07-20T12:05:07-05:00

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By Kaytee Gillis, LCSW-BACS

As a therapist who works with survivors of childhood trauma, I find that self-blame is a common part of their experience. As a survivor myself, I experience this, too. Here are some of the reasons why this happens:

1. Internalized Shame: Children are […]

5 Reasons Why We Blame Ourselves After Trauma2026-07-20T12:05:07-05:00

Child-Parent Psychotherapy Resources

2026-07-20T12:06:16-05:00

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By University of California, San Francisco

Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) is an intervention model for children aged 0-5 who have experienced at least one traumatic event (e.g. maltreatment, the sudden or traumatic death of someone close, a serious accident, sexual abuse, exposure to domestic violence) and/or are […]

Child-Parent Psychotherapy Resources2026-07-20T12:06:16-05:00

Caring for Caregivers Experiencing Secondary Trauma

2026-07-20T12:07:33-05:00

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By Heather C. Forkey, MD, Elaine Schulte, MD, MPH, and Luanne Thorndyke, MD

Secondary traumatic stress (STS) is the emotional duress caused by indirect exposure to distressing events experienced by others. Health care providers and caregivers are particularly susceptible to secondary stress due to regular exposure […]

Caring for Caregivers Experiencing Secondary Trauma2026-07-20T12:07:33-05:00

How to Talk About Mental Health

2026-07-20T12:08:44-05:00

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By SAMHSA

Mental health is essential to a person’s life in the same way as physical health. Hesitation to talk about mental health adds to the notion that the topic is taboo. It is important to normalize conversations surrounding mental health so people can feel empowered […]

How to Talk About Mental Health2026-07-20T12:08:44-05:00

Prioritizing Minority Mental Health

2026-07-20T12:09:58-05:00

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By CDC Office of Health Equity

Mental health matters! Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, act, handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is just as important as physical health throughout our lives. Mental health […]

Prioritizing Minority Mental Health2026-07-20T12:09:58-05:00
  • Exploratory study associates childhood trauma with brain features in abusive mothers

Exploratory Study Associates Childhood Trauma with Brain Features in Abusive Mothers

2026-07-20T12:11:12-05:00

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By University of Fukui As sad as it is, child maltreatment continues to be a prevalent global social issue. Recent studies have revealed that up to one billion children aged 2 to 17 experience some form of abuse or neglect every year. While it is possible […]

Exploratory Study Associates Childhood Trauma with Brain Features in Abusive Mothers2026-07-20T12:11:12-05:00

SAMHSA Recognizes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month

2026-07-20T12:12:33-05:00

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By Stacey Owens, M.S.W., LCSW-C, Military and Veterans Affairs Liaison, Center for Mental Health Services

Although often associated with combat veterans, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can impact any person of any age after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Such […]

SAMHSA Recognizes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month2026-07-20T12:12:33-05:00

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder and Cancer

2026-07-20T12:13:50-05:00

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By American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a type of anxiety disorder. Some people develop PTSD after experiencing a frightening or life-threatening situation. PTSD is most often referred to in situations such as living through war, a sexual […]

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder and Cancer2026-07-20T12:13:50-05:00

Childhood Trauma Impacts Muscle Function in Later Life

2026-07-20T12:16:50-05:00

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By Morgan Sherburne – University of Michigan

Adverse childhood experiences can detrimentally affect muscle function in older adults by impairing mitochondrial activity necessary for energy production. The study analyzed muscle biopsies from over 870 participants aged 70 and older, linking reported childhood adversities with reduced production […]

Childhood Trauma Impacts Muscle Function in Later Life2026-07-20T12:16:50-05:00
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