
Adverse Childhood Experiences - HPA axis & Brain changes: cortisol, amygdala, hippocampus, cytokines, & epigenetics (Part 3 of ACE series)
Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast
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Exploring inflammatory cytokines and trauma types in relation to Adverse Childhood Experiences
This chapter explores the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) on inflammatory cytokines, highlighting increased levels of C-reactive protein, interleukin-6, and TNF-alpha across age and BMI groups. It delves into how specific types of trauma can elicit changes in certain cytokines and emphasizes how ACEs can diminish reward anticipation.
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