Childhood trauma can have a huge and lasting negative effect on health and general well-being.
However, a recent experiment found that brain changes resulting from early trauma may be reversible if treated early.
Let's find out more about this promising discovery.
Deleting The Trauma
The newest experiment focused on the brain's plasticity, its ability to adapt throughout life, and how trauma affects different brain cells and communication.
Mice exposed to early trauma displayed specific behaviors indicative of lower social status.
Comparison of mice exposed to both early trauma and adult stress revealed molecular changes in excitatory and inhibitory systems.
Electrophysiological measurements confirmed an imbalance in these systems.
Treating the mice with an antianxiety drug early on prevented negative behavioral consequences and improved social standing.
It Might Be Important
The test results highlight the importance of early treatment for successful rehabilitation.
The experiment involved collaboration with other institutions, emphasizing the need for better strategies in addressing childhood trauma and its long-term consequences.
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