Friday, October 29, 2010

U of M researchers identify possible key to treating, understanding post-traumatic stress disorder

"University of Minnesota Medical School and Minneapolis Veterans Affair Medical Center researchers have discovered a correlation between increased circuit activity in the right side of the brain and the debilitating, involuntary flashbacks triggered by post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)."

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Friday, October 15, 2010

Psychological first aid for survivors of disaster

Psychological first aid for survivors of disaster: "Even as we breathe a sigh of relief watching the rescue of 33 miners trapped in a Chilean mine for more than two months, there is recognition that their recovery from this traumatic experience involves more than just their physical health."

National PTSD headquarters opens in White River Jct. - Brattleboro Reformer

National PTSD headquarters opens in White River Jct. - Brattleboro Reformer: "The Department of Veterans Administration dedicated the new headquarters for the National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Clinic in White River Junction on Oct. 12."

Chile miners release mental health: Traumatic effects of Chile miners' ordeal in evidence - latimes.com

Chile miners release mental health: Traumatic effects of Chile miners' ordeal in evidence - latimes.com: "Reporting from Copiapo, Chile, and Santiago, Chile — Even as the bulk of the 33 men rescued after being trapped underground 69 days were released from a regional hospital, the health minister said some were showing signs of disorientation."

Friday, October 1, 2010

Twin study may quiet doubts over PTSD-trauma link | Reuters

"Trauma really is the trigger of post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, suggests a new study that could help settle an ongoing debate"

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