New research indicates that the long-term neurological impact of childhood trauma is not permanently etched onto the brain.

Understanding the neurobiology of trauma, from the silent Broca’s area to the overactive amygdala, can be a pivotal step in moving from survival to a validated recovery.

This guest post is authored by neuroscientist Dr. Jennifer Stevens. Women are more than twice as likely as men to develop posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Social factors and trauma type play ...