Childhood should be a time of innocence and growth, but for many, it's marred by repeated traumatic experiences that leave lasting scars. Complex childhood trauma isn't just a buzzword—it's a profound ...

Many people with complex PTSD use alcohol to self-medicate, which may lead to alcohol use disorder (AUD). People with complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) often experience chronic emotional ...

No one gets through life unscathed. But what trauma does to our brains is sometimes a result of factors outside of our control. This is especially true for children. When a fragile, growing brain ...

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Complex PTSD describes the existence of long-term trauma. An artist, a therapist, and a researcher seek to unravel the nuances of C-PTSD, while still pursuing joy and healing. Post-traumatic stress ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . The results highlight post-traumatic stress disorders as a modifiable risk factor for psychosis conversion. The ...

Complex trauma—a serious mental health condition, yet one that remains unrecognized by the DSM (the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders)—is one of the most misunderstood ...

You have probably heard of “fight or flight” responses to distressing situations. You may also be familiar with the tendency to “freeze”. But there is another defence or survival strategy a person can ...

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As medicine advances and more children with complex needs live into adulthood, the need for compassionate, specialized care continues to grow. The Comfort Zone’s young adult pilot program focuses on ...