Our brain is always there. From birth, and even prenatally, it is exposed to the environment. How does the brain react to that? The brain shows spontaneous or intrinsic activity that seems to remain ...

Child maltreatment, which includes abuse and neglect, is one of the most serious public health concerns worldwide. These adversities leave a lasting impact on the emotional well-being, memory, and ...

Sora Shin, a Virginia Tech assistant professor with the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute, will study how brain circuits contribute to aggressive behavior with a $3.2 million grant from the ...

Adolescents have long engaged in high-risk behaviors and poor decisions. Now we know that it's got a lot to do with what's ...

Many believe time heals all wounds, but for a lot of people, childhood pain does not just disappear as they grow older. It often stays with them, affecting how they form relationships, handle stress, ...

Learn the new science of brain development and discover the importance of connections and learning for ongoing brain health.

Early and lifelong trauma can intensify menopause symptoms and accelerate cardiovascular and brain aging, according to research. Trauma is common yet underrecognized and undertreated, and it can ...

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.

By Dr. Liji Thomas, MD A new study shows that whether families can reliably meet basic needs, not just how much they earn, ...

A new study led by University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine clinical scientists and UPMC neurosurgeons challenges ...