Childhood trauma may leave a lasting “scar” inside brain cells

GymNews newsroom brief · 8h ago · 1 min read · via sciencedaily.com

Early-life stress may physically alter how DNA is packaged in the brain, leaving stress-related genes primed to activate more easily years later. In mice, researchers were able to block this effect, preventing the heightened anxiety and stress sensitivity that otherwise appeared

Early-life stress may physically alter how DNA is packaged in the brain, leaving stress-related genes primed to activate more easily years later. In mice, researchers were able to block this effect, preventing the heightened anxiety and stress sensitivity that otherwise appeared This story matters for Health & Wellness readers tracking gym. Reported by sciencedaily.com. Read the full original at the source link below.

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