A cannabinoid our bodies produce naturally has been found, in a new study, to play a role in the inappropriate regulation of fear responses characteristic of conditions like anxiety and PTSD. The ...

Generalized anxiety disorder affects 1 in 20 U.S. adults. Those with serious symptoms may isolate themselves to the point ...

Brainspotting is a type of psychotherapy typically used for people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It involves finding a fixed-eye position that supports you in processing trauma or pain.

Can witnessing another person’s stress silently stir your own trauma? A new study suggests that people who “resonate” more ...

Trauma comes in many forms. Natural disasters such as wildfires, hurricanes, earthquakes and tornadoes can certainly be difficult life-altering events. Being diagnosed with a chronic condition or ...

For military veterans, many of the deepest wounds of war are invisible: Traumatic brain injuries resulting from head trauma or blast explosions are a leading cause of post-traumatic stress disorder, ...

An opportunity to learn about addressing the challenges posed by post traumatic stress disorder will be offered to local residents later this month. A program titled “PTSD Support for Loved Ones” will ...

When Jason Smith was in the U.S. Marine Corps, a clinician waited for him and his fellow troops as they got back from ...