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Genetic risk-dependent brain markers of resilience to childhood Trauma
Childhood trauma increases the risk of emotional disorders. Brain network function and genetics influence resilience, which is the ability to adapt to stress.
Implementation of Practices Deemed Trauma-Informed in Juvenile Court
Most youth in the juvenile justice system have experienced trauma, which can be worsened by court involvement. A trauma-informed approach aims to address past trauma and prevent re-traumatization through specific court practices.
The Impact of Trauma and PTSD on Social Functioning in Refugees and Asylum Seekers Post-Migration: Systematic Review
Displacement numbers are rising globally, with 117.3 million people displaced in 2023. This often leads to trauma, impacting mental health and hindering social integration in host communities.
Hippocampal Trauma Memory Processing Conveying Susceptibility to Traumatic Stress
This study found that PTSD-like symptoms in mice are linked to changes in the hippocampal memory engram, the physical storage of memories. Researchers explored the roles of specific brain cells and epigenetic factors in these alterations.
Acute War Stress in Ukrainian Refugees: Neurobiological and Psychological Impact
A study of Ukrainian refugee women found war-related stress impacts brain structure and connectivity, along with mental health. Researchers observed these changes in individuals who experienced acute war exposure.
People v. Mitchell
The court acknowledged childhood trauma and adolescent brain development but upheld adult prosecution. Evidence of trauma was relevant but did not outweigh public safety concerns.
State v. Browder
The Hawaii Supreme Court vacated a sexual assault conviction. Prosecutors cannot describe a witness as "traumatized" without expert testimony because the term has a specific psychological meaning.
State v. Schueller
New therapies for PTSD may justify reconsidering a veteran's sentence. The court found that new scientific understanding can undermine previous sentencing assumptions about the condition.
Brief of Safe Living Space and Dr. Edie Zusman, MD, FAANS, as Amici Curiae in Support of the Petitioner
The brief argues for clarifying the "ongoing emergency" rule for 911 calls in domestic violence cases, especially when victims have head injuries. It seeks guidance on when victim statements are considered evidence for trial.
Brief of Center for Law, Brain and Behavior as Amicus Curiae in Support of Appellees-Plaintiffs Joao Neves, Keith Nunes, Pablo Ortega, and Mario Monteiro
This brief argues that Mario's Law should apply to all youth under 22 who have served 20 years, citing scientific evidence that adolescent brains continue to develop, making reliable predictions of future dangerousness impossible.
From Social Isolation to Social Justice: The Neuroscience of Solitary Confinement
Sensory and social deprivation, like that experienced in solitary confinement, significantly harms mental health. Research shows this can induce psychotic symptoms and alter brain function, underscoring the severe impact of isolation.
Smaller total and subregional cerebellar volumes in posttraumatic stress disorder: a mega-analysis by the ENIGMA-PGC PTSD workgroup
Trauma survivors with PTSD often have smaller volumes in certain brain regions, including the cerebellum. This smaller cerebellar volume may contribute to PTSD symptoms by disrupting stress responses and emotional processing.
Neurobiology and Treatment of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Most people who experience trauma do not develop PTSD. While symptoms often lessen over time, about one-third of those initially diagnosed with PTSD will experience chronic symptoms.
The Outcomes of Trauma-Informed Practice in Youth Justice: An Umbrella Review
Youth justice services are exploring trauma-informed practices to improve outcomes for young people and enhance community safety. This approach aims to reduce harm and re-traumatization by addressing past maltreatment and adversity.
Sensory Alterations in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
This article reviews how altered sensory processing is linked to PTSD symptoms and discusses structural and functional brain differences associated with the disorder. It highlights recent findings and therapies based on this understanding.