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PTSD 101: Causes

The Carlat Psychiatry Podcast

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Understanding the Persistent Nature of PTSD: Mechanisms and Theories

This chapter delves into the complexities of PTSD, examining the brain's fear response and its failure to dissipate. Various theories, including kindling and allostatic stress, are discussed to explain why conventional treatments may fall short in addressing this challenging condition.

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