A new study published in Translational Psychiatry provides evidence that posttraumatic stress disorder may be linked to ...

A University of Alabama at Birmingham expert unpacks the complexities of PTSD, its impact on the brain and sleep, and how individuals can navigate emotional and cognitive challenges through treatment.

Elizabeth Lucas A UAB assistant professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurobiology has received a $3.5 ...

Trauma happens when you experience an event that is physically or emotionally harmful or even life-threatening. Your brain ...

This mental health condition can turn your life into a mess in more ways than one. The good news is that there are a range of PTSD treatment options available. But before getting into the options ...

Xi Zhu studies PTSD, depression, OCD and brain development to uncover markers that could lead to more precise care ...

PTSD affects about 12 million U.S. adults, with veterans hit especially hard – and many also grappling with alcohol use ...

TBI triggers both primary mechanical damage and delayed secondary injuries like inflammation and neurodegeneration. Cognitive effects may include memory loss, mood swings, and impaired social judgment ...

About 12 million adults in the United States are affected by PTSD, impacting between 4% and 8% of the adult population – and up to 30% of military personnel and veterans.