Most recently, DSM modifications for PTSD included a subtype group for children aged younger than 6 years. 18 Research has shown when diagnostic criteria that are sensitive to child developmental ...

One of the largest research analyses regarding the frequency of childhood trauma and its effects in adults is the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE). 14 The ACE study was led by Kaiser Permanente (KP ...

Consider this equation: PTSD always equals trauma, but trauma does not always equal PTSD. Many trauma survivors do not qualify for a diagnosis of PTSD, yet they have experienced trauma. One of the ...

Complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD) is a mental disorder that develops in response to complex trauma during childhood. Complex trauma is defined as prolonged exposure to traumatic events ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Lance B. Eliot is a world-renowned AI scientist and consultant. In today’s column, I am continuing my ongoing series about the ...