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Video games
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Does the Game Block Blast Boost Brainpower?

The Tetris Effect highlights how playing block games can influence your perception and memory, even in those with brain trauma.
fromNature
3 days ago
OMG science

'Fear extinction' signal in mouse brain offers clues about how to treat PTSD

Identification of a brain signal that initiates fear extinction in mice could lead to new PTSD treatments.
Video games
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Does the Game Block Blast Boost Brainpower?

The Tetris Effect highlights how playing block games can influence your perception and memory, even in those with brain trauma.
OMG science
fromNature
3 days ago

'Fear extinction' signal in mouse brain offers clues about how to treat PTSD

Identification of a brain signal that initiates fear extinction in mice could lead to new PTSD treatments.
more#memory
#veterans
Pets
fromwww.myollie.com
1 month ago

How one US organization reunites military personnel with the animals they rescued overseas

Paws of War helps veterans reunite with pets bonded during deployments, supporting emotional healing and companionship.
Elvia Azuara's bond with a stray cat highlights the need for such programs.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

Veterans and PTSD: A Path Toward Healing

Mental well-being prioritization aids veterans in managing PTSD symptoms effectively.
Daily habits of movement, mindfulness, and rest promote resilience among veterans.
Nature and peer connections enhance recovery for veterans suffering from PTSD.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Seeking Relief From Brain Injury, Some Veterans Turn to Psychedelics

Veterans are using psychedelics as a last resort for relief from PTSD and traumatic brain injuries.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

The soldier who died in Cybertruck explosion wrote it was intended as a 'wakeup call'

The incident serves as a tragic reminder of the struggles faced by veterans, particularly those with PTSD.
Livelsberger's destructive action was intended to provoke awareness of deeper societal issues.
His message aimed to highlight the public's complacency towards violence as a means of communication.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

It's Veterans Day. The VA says it can't help thousands of vets it left stranded

The VA home loan program, designed to assist veterans, has unintentionally stranded many in high-cost mortgages, worsening financial burdens.
Miscellaneous
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Moral Injury and the Vietnam War

Psychological wounds of war can last a lifetime.
Moral injury contributes to PTSD and related psychological injuries among veterans.
Wars that lack a clear purpose increase the risk of moral injury.
Pets
fromwww.myollie.com
1 month ago

How one US organization reunites military personnel with the animals they rescued overseas

Paws of War helps veterans reunite with pets bonded during deployments, supporting emotional healing and companionship.
Elvia Azuara's bond with a stray cat highlights the need for such programs.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

Veterans and PTSD: A Path Toward Healing

Mental well-being prioritization aids veterans in managing PTSD symptoms effectively.
Daily habits of movement, mindfulness, and rest promote resilience among veterans.
Nature and peer connections enhance recovery for veterans suffering from PTSD.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Seeking Relief From Brain Injury, Some Veterans Turn to Psychedelics

Veterans are using psychedelics as a last resort for relief from PTSD and traumatic brain injuries.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

The soldier who died in Cybertruck explosion wrote it was intended as a 'wakeup call'

The incident serves as a tragic reminder of the struggles faced by veterans, particularly those with PTSD.
Livelsberger's destructive action was intended to provoke awareness of deeper societal issues.
His message aimed to highlight the public's complacency towards violence as a means of communication.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

It's Veterans Day. The VA says it can't help thousands of vets it left stranded

The VA home loan program, designed to assist veterans, has unintentionally stranded many in high-cost mortgages, worsening financial burdens.
Miscellaneous
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Moral Injury and the Vietnam War

Psychological wounds of war can last a lifetime.
Moral injury contributes to PTSD and related psychological injuries among veterans.
Wars that lack a clear purpose increase the risk of moral injury.
more#veterans
SF politics
fromPatently-O
3 days ago

Soto v. US: Will the Court Require Congress to Say the "Magic Words?"

The Supreme Court case Soto v. US may influence combat-disabled veterans' eligibility for full retroactive benefits.
The decision revolves around the conflict between the CRSC statute and the Barring Act's six-year limitation.
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Exclusive | NYC librarian quits after endless parade of nude nutjobs, unhinged patrons, and a thug who threatened to 'cut off her f-king toes'

A Bronx librarian resigned due to trauma from violent and erratic patrons, revealing major issues in safety and support in public libraries.
#sallins-train-robbery
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
UK news

The Indo Daily: Justice Derailed | Ep 2 - The Sleeping Judge

Osgur Breatnach's wrongful accusation in the Sallins train robbery led to lasting personal trauma.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
UK news

The Indo Daily: Justice Derailed | Ep 2 - The Sleeping Judge

The Sallins train robbery profoundly impacted Osgur Breatnach's life, leading to trauma and calls for justice.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
UK news

The Indo Daily: Justice Derailed | Ep 2 - The Sleeping Judge

Osgur Breatnach's wrongful accusation in the Sallins train robbery led to lasting personal trauma.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
UK news

The Indo Daily: Justice Derailed | Ep 2 - The Sleeping Judge

The Sallins train robbery profoundly impacted Osgur Breatnach's life, leading to trauma and calls for justice.
more#sallins-train-robbery
#mental-health
Women
fromTODAY.com
2 months ago

Husband defends his wife after she kills four children and herself: She 'is not a monster'

Mental health issues can lead to tragic outcomes even when support is available.
Women
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

'For decades, I told no one I was raped. The trauma, I just buried it' - male survivor urges other men to speak out

Talk about emotions, especially trauma, is crucial for healing.
Women
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

'For decades, I told no one I was raped. The trauma, I just buried it' - male survivor urges other men to speak out

The importance of discussing emotional trauma and its long-lasting effects is crucial for mental health.
Television
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Alec Baldwin Spoke About His PTSD Diagnosis After His Fatal "Rust" Shooting Incident

Alec Baldwin discussed the emotional impact of the fatal shooting incident during the premiere of his reality show.
Mental health
Chronic nightmares can have severe health implications, including anxiety and depression.
Narrative enhanced imagery rehearsal (N-IRT) is a promising home treatment for chronic nightmares.
Women
fromTODAY.com
2 months ago

Husband defends his wife after she kills four children and herself: She 'is not a monster'

Mental health issues can lead to tragic outcomes even when support is available.
Women
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

'For decades, I told no one I was raped. The trauma, I just buried it' - male survivor urges other men to speak out

Talk about emotions, especially trauma, is crucial for healing.
Women
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

'For decades, I told no one I was raped. The trauma, I just buried it' - male survivor urges other men to speak out

The importance of discussing emotional trauma and its long-lasting effects is crucial for mental health.
Television
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Alec Baldwin Spoke About His PTSD Diagnosis After His Fatal "Rust" Shooting Incident

Alec Baldwin discussed the emotional impact of the fatal shooting incident during the premiere of his reality show.
Mental health
Chronic nightmares can have severe health implications, including anxiety and depression.
Narrative enhanced imagery rehearsal (N-IRT) is a promising home treatment for chronic nightmares.
more#mental-health
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Not a Coincidence: Sexual Trauma and Eating Disorders

Sexual trauma alters body image and can lead to disordered eating as a coping mechanism.
Bingeing and purging behaviors are closely linked to trauma and PTSD.
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) can effectively treat PTSD, improving eating disorder symptoms.
#veteran-mental-health
Film
fromWashington Post
2 months ago

Review | In 'My Dead Friend Zoe,' the demons are trauma and guilt

The film is a poignant exploration of PTSD and female veteran experiences, rather than a comedic take on zombies.
Film
fromWashington Post
2 months ago

Review | In 'My Dead Friend Zoe,' the demons are trauma and guilt

The film is a poignant exploration of PTSD and female veteran experiences, rather than a comedic take on zombies.
more#veteran-mental-health
#epigenetics
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Childhood Trauma and Biological Aging

Epigenetic clocks can measure biological aging and its implications on health.
Trauma has been linked to accelerated biological aging, influencing disease onset.
New biomarkers can help predict PTSD risk and evaluate trauma treatments.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Intergenerational Transmission of Trauma and Resilience

Intergenerational trauma transmits unresolved family traumas and biological changes across generations, impacting emotional and psychological health.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Childhood Trauma and Biological Aging

Epigenetic clocks can measure biological aging and its implications on health.
Trauma has been linked to accelerated biological aging, influencing disease onset.
New biomarkers can help predict PTSD risk and evaluate trauma treatments.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Intergenerational Transmission of Trauma and Resilience

Intergenerational trauma transmits unresolved family traumas and biological changes across generations, impacting emotional and psychological health.
more#epigenetics
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Without remorse': Manhattan man convicted of shooting pregnant ex-girlfriend dead in front of her kids whines about his rights' as he's sentenced

Justin Soriano received a 40-year to life sentence for the murder of his pregnant ex-girlfriend, Shanice Young, in front of her children.
fromMail Online
1 month ago
Coronavirus

Surfer is left 'battling PTSD' after attack by a deranged SEA LION

A surfer was mauled by a sea lion infected with a neurotoxin, resulting in PTSD from the traumatic experience.
Domoic acid poisoning caused bizarre aggression in the sea lion.
fromVulture
1 month ago
Boston food

9-1-1 Recap: Job Insecurity

The episode 'Disconnected' reveals Maddie's trauma and the struggles with returning to work, but ultimately lacks depth and feels like filler.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago
London politics

What Shakespeare Got Right About PTSD

The new Othello production highlights the psychological ramifications of war, particularly PTSD, impacting both soldiers and their loved ones.
Jealousy and violence in Othello are exacerbated by the trauma of combat, as showcased in modern adaptations.
#alec-baldwin
Parenting
fromVulture
2 months ago

Suffering Is Not a Competition

The Baldwins explores the profound impact of the Rust shooting on Alec Baldwin and his family, focusing on grief and trauma.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Halyna Hutchins' family slams Alec Baldwin's 'shameless' TLC show, demands he testify in wrongful death lawsuit

Halyna Hutchins' family criticizes Alec Baldwin for claiming PTSD and releasing a reality show after her tragic death.
Parenting
fromVulture
2 months ago

Suffering Is Not a Competition

The Baldwins explores the profound impact of the Rust shooting on Alec Baldwin and his family, focusing on grief and trauma.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Halyna Hutchins' family slams Alec Baldwin's 'shameless' TLC show, demands he testify in wrongful death lawsuit

Halyna Hutchins' family criticizes Alec Baldwin for claiming PTSD and releasing a reality show after her tragic death.
more#alec-baldwin
NYC parents
fromwww.bxtimes.com
2 months ago

Former student sues Bronx's Fieldston School, alleging sexual abuse by volleyball coach Bronx Times

The lawsuit against the Ethical Culture Fieldston School claims sexual abuse by a coach and negligence from the school administration.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Why Plane Crashes Trigger Mass Anxiety-And How to Cope

Media amplification amplifies fear, overshadowing reality through vivid imagery and repetitive reporting.
Fear of flying is linked to primal survival instincts causing significant anxiety.
fromVulture
2 months ago
Books

The Pitt Recap: Have You Seen Our Sad Boy?

Robby's work performance is deeply affected by unresolved grief and PTSD symptoms, particularly on the anniversary of his mentor's death.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Shiffrin won't defend GS world title after PTSD struggle' following crash

Mikaela Shiffrin is dealing with PTSD after a serious injury and will not compete in giant slalom at world championships.
#neuroscience
OMG science
fromWashington Post
2 months ago

Scientists say they've discovered how the brain overcomes fear

The brain can learn to overcome instinctive fears through experience, which could help in treating fear-related disorders.
fromNature
5 months ago
OMG science

How stress can disrupt memory and lead to anxiety

Stress alters how memories are formed in the brain, leading to inappropriate fear responses in mice.
OMG science
fromWashington Post
2 months ago

Scientists say they've discovered how the brain overcomes fear

The brain can learn to overcome instinctive fears through experience, which could help in treating fear-related disorders.
fromNature
5 months ago
OMG science

How stress can disrupt memory and lead to anxiety

Stress alters how memories are formed in the brain, leading to inappropriate fear responses in mice.
more#neuroscience
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Sunray: Fallen Soldier review staple guns pressed into service in brutal payback thriller

The film is a low-budget British revenge thriller that struggles with credibility and production quality.
Miscellaneous
fromFuturism
3 months ago

The Cybertruck Bomber Seems to Have Made Strange Claims About the Mysterious Drone Sightings

The tragic incident involving Matthew Livelsberger underscores the severe impacts of PTSD among military personnel and the alarming rise of conspiracy-driven narratives.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

FBI suspects soldier behind Las Vegas Cybertruck blast suffered from PTSD

Matthew Livelsberger's explosion incident is deemed a tragic suicide linked to PTSD, not a politically motivated attack.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Puerto Rican boxer Paul Bamba dies aged 35, six days after last fight

Paul Bamba, a Puerto Rican boxer and former Marine, has died at age 35 after a significant title victory, leaving behind a remarkable legacy.
#psychedelic-therapy
fromBig Think
4 months ago
Medicine

Inside the battle for FDA approval of MDMA therapy

The FDA's rejection of MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD was a significant setback for MAPS and the psychedelic research community.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago
Medicine

Can Ibogaine Help?

The Department of Veterans Affairs will research psychedelic therapies, notably ibogaine, for PTSD treatment.
fromBig Think
4 months ago
Medicine

Inside the battle for FDA approval of MDMA therapy

The FDA's rejection of MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD was a significant setback for MAPS and the psychedelic research community.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago
Medicine

Can Ibogaine Help?

The Department of Veterans Affairs will research psychedelic therapies, notably ibogaine, for PTSD treatment.
more#psychedelic-therapy
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago

Woman suing Conor McGregor was diagnosed with PTSD and 'felt like lump of meat' in aftermath of alleged rape by MMA star

Dr. Ann Leader diagnosed Nikita Hand with PTSD, linking her symptoms to trauma from the alleged rape incident.
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Trauma Paradox

Avoidance is a key feature of PTSD but can worsen symptoms.
Reliance on avoidance may hinder recovery from PTSD.
Psychotherapies effectively address avoidance in PTSD treatment.
History
fromMedievalists.net
5 months ago

Dante's Hidden Trauma: How War Shaped The Divine Comedy - Medievalists.net

Dante's journey through Hell reflects trauma from his military experiences and personal losses, influencing the themes of The Divine Comedy.
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Indo Daily: Paul Williams on the bomb threat that left him at all-time low, in 24-hour garda protection

Paul Williams has had a prominent and dangerous career covering crime in Ireland, resulting in extensive protection due to threats against his life.
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