Many sexual assault victims also suffer a form of brain damage, reveals new research. Previous studies have shown that around ...

Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) and other targeted, noninvasive neuromodulation approaches offer promise for treating neuropsychiatric conditions. These techniques work by ...

Around 70% of women who suffer a sexual assault develop PTSD; now scientists have shown that many of these women show a marked reduction in the usual communication between two important brain areas ...

A University of Alabama at Birmingham expert unpacks the complexities of PTSD, its impact on the brain and sleep, and how individuals can navigate emotional and cognitive challenges through treatment.

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MIT scientists found that what we see is strongly influenced by how alert or active we are. Parts of the brain responsible for planning and control send specialized signals that either boost or quiet ...