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PTSD 101: Causes

The Carlat Psychiatry Podcast

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Exploring the Neurological and Genetic Impacts of PTSD

This chapter explores the impact of PTSD on brain structure, particularly the shrinkage of the hippocampus. It examines the causes of these changes, the role of aerobic exercise in promoting brain health, and the potential for trauma-induced epigenetic alterations to be passed down through generations.

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