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How childhood trauma impacts our brains, bodies, and even our genes

The article from MSN discusses how childhood trauma can have profound and lasting effects on an individual's brain, body, and even genetic makeup. It explains that traumatic experiences during childhood can alter brain development, particularly affecting areas like the amygdala, which manages emotional responses, leading to heightened stress responses and potential mental health issues like anxiety and depression. Physiologically, trauma can weaken the immune system, increase inflammation, and predispose individuals to chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes. On a genetic level, research indicates that trauma can lead to epigenetic changes, where gene expression is modified without altering the DNA sequence itself, potentially passing down stress responses to future generations. The article emphasizes the importance of understanding these impacts to better support those who have experienced childhood trauma, advocating for trauma-informed care and interventions to mitigate these long-term effects.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/medical/how-childhood-trauma-impacts-our-brains-bodies-and-even-our-genes/ar-AA1xxwJK ]