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Trauma Shapes the Brain's Response
Patterns learned in childhood, particularly up to age 25, significantly influence brain development, but alteration of these patterns remains possible at any age. After 25, changing the brain requires a substantial shift in the neurochemical environment. Traumatic events trigger the release of neuromodulators like epinephrine and adrenaline, which create a heightened state in the body and brain. This intense experience prompts the nervous system to recognize it as an anomaly, leading to a reorganization of neural connections. Consequently, the brain prepares for potential future occurrences of similar events, underscoring that while trauma leaves a lasting imprint, it is possible to mitigate its emotional weight over time.
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