TraumaAug 13, 2026
Stellate Ganglion Block for PTSD: Erase PTSD Now Calls for Greater Awareness
As SGB research continues, Erase PTSD Now encourages people to examine the science and learn about evolving PTSD ...
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TraumaAug 12, 2026
Erase PTSD Now Podcast Expands the Conversation Around Trauma, PTSD, Health and Recovery
Real stories, emerging research and diverse perspectives come together in conversations about how our physical and ...
TraumaAug 12, 2026
Taxpayer Philanthropy: Illinois taxpayers are funding PTSD 'God shot' treatments
Illinois state officials awarded more than $170,000 in taxpayer money to a nonprofit that paid for PTSD injections by the founder's private business because the founder claimed ...
TraumaAug 12, 2026
Scientists discovered a method to erase traumatic memories from the brain: New PTSD study offers a promising treatment
A study published in Brain Stimulation titled ‘Hippocampal-network transcranial magnetic stimulation to target reactivated intrusive memories: A proof-of-concept study in PTSD treatment’ has tested a ...
TraumaAug 11, 2026
THC Reduces Nightmares in PTSD Study
Heart racing, body trembling, and a constant replay of the worst moment of your life circulating through your brain. Outside your ...
TraumaAug 11, 2026
For Baby’s Sake: can whole-family support break the cycle of domestic violence and abuse?
Children who experience domestic violence and abuse (DVA) are challenged in every aspect of their health and well-being, right ...
TraumaAug 11, 2026
Is Trauma Forever?
People recover from traumatic incidents every day, but we don't hear much about humans' natural healing capacity. Why don't more of us know that healing is a norm?
TraumaAug 11, 2026
A Cannabis-Based Drug Dramatically Reduced PTSD Nightmares
A prescription THC drug made PTSD nightmares disappear for more than one-third of patients in a promising clinical trial.
TraumaAug 11, 2026
Therapy help for intensive care patients with PTSD
Researchers in Southampton use EMDR to help one in four ICU patients left with PTSD symptoms.
TraumaAug 10, 2026
MAPS Responds to Report of Progress for MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD with FDA
The reported resubmission of the New Drug Application will initiate a new evaluation of the treatment’s safety and efficacy for potential FDA approvalRecently updated FDA guidance, Psychedelic Drugs: ...
TraumaAug 10, 2026
THC Safe, Effective for PTSD-Related Nightmares
Dronabinol, a medication containing THC, is linked to fewer nightmares at lower intensity compared to placebo in patients with post-traumatic stress disorder, new data show.
TraumaAug 10, 2026
Calls for holistic emergency trauma care
By Stephandy Kyeraah Accra, Aug. 10, GNA – Dr Henry Bulley, Head of Accident and Emergency at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, has called for mental health specialists in emergency trauma units. He said ...
TraumaAug 10, 2026
Silo Pharma Granted European Patent Covering Novel PTSD Therapy
Patent strengthens global IP protection for novel treatment approach designed to prevent stress-induced psychiatric disorders before symptoms ...
TraumaAug 10, 2026
Psychological impact of floods in Upper Assam: A silent crisis
Emerging Psychological Crisis Post-Floods Flood-affected children often endure a silent psychological burden, as they may lack the emotional vocabulary (Photo: Jinmoy Choudhury) As the floodwaters in ...
TraumaAug 9, 2026
People-pleasing may be a trauma response: Psychology explains why you always say ‘yes’
People-pleasing can often look like kindness, but experts say the behaviour may sometimes be rooted in deeper emotional patterns.
TraumaAug 9, 2026
The Health Divide: Surviving violence isn’t the same as healing
Trauma recovery centers are helping survivors address the emotional wounds and mental health needs that can linger long after physical injuries heal.
TraumaAug 9, 2026
80% of Soldiers in Israeli Study See PTSD Symptoms Ease With MDMA Therapy, According to Study
According to data from Israel’s healthcare system, PTSD diagnoses have increased by approximately 70%, particularly in the wake of the October 7 attacks and the subsequent war.
TraumaAug 8, 2026
20-Year-Old Confronts Her Mother Over Childhood Suicide Threats, Domestic Violence, and Years of Abuse—Then Mom Collapses Shaking and Lands in the ER After Being Told Her ...
A 20-year-old woman recently confronted her mother about years of abuse and mental health struggles, leading to a dramatic and emotional turn of events. This confrontation left her mother in the ...
TraumaAug 8, 2026
Mental health expert weighs in on psychedelic-assisted therapy for veterans with PTSD
According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, an average of nearly 18 veterans died by suicide each day in 2022 – the most recent year for which data is ...
TraumaAug 8, 2026
Minnesota has spent millions trying to stem the tide of police PTSD retirements. It isn’t working
MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota police officers began leaving their jobs in droves in 2020 — after George Floyd’s killing by police — with many retiring early because of post-traumatic stress disorder. Since ...
TraumaAug 7, 2026
The Healing Willow Announces Trauma-Informed Initiative
The Healing Willow expands trauma-informed education and consultation for professionals serving families affected by abuse and trauma.
TraumaAug 7, 2026
Trauma healing workshop supports 41 Sudanese refugee women and youth in Uganda
A trauma healing and psychosocial support training reached 41 Sudanese women and youth on 3-4 August 2026. Organizers delivered the training across two groups: 20 participants on the first day and 21 ...
TraumaAug 7, 2026
New Cannabis Treatment May Help People Finally Sleep After Trauma
Nightmares are among the most distressing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder. For many people living with PTSD, frightening dreams replay traumatic events over and over, causing sudden ...
TraumaAug 6, 2026
On healing, trauma circles and lasting system for Oyo
The previous part of these series traced how trauma radiates outward from the directly abducted pupils and teachers to classmates, ...
TraumaAug 6, 2026
Naomi Wright
There are a lot of ways young people and families can get stuck. Maybe a teen in your house can’t get out the door because ...
TraumaAug 6, 2026
Major VA study to examine effectiveness of psilocybin on depression, PTSD
The VA is launching a study on the safety and effectiveness of psilocybin - magic mushrooms - for treating major depressive disorder.
TraumaAug 5, 2026
THC-based drug eliminated PTSD nightmares in more than a third of patients, study finds
A prescription drug that contains THC was found to reduce the effects of traumatic nightmares among post-traumatic stress disorder patients by over one-third, with the patients reporting that their ...
TraumaAug 5, 2026
Munson Healthcare supports Grand Traverse Area Women’s Resource Center
Munson makes a two-year $100,000 commitment to the Women’s Resource Center to help expand affordable housing for survivors of domestic violence.
TraumaAug 5, 2026
Cannabis compound stopped PTSD nightmares in more than one-third of patients
A medical form of THC reduced PTSD nightmares and improved sleep in a clinical trial, offering a potential new treatment option.
TraumaAug 5, 2026
Cannabis Drug Ended Nightmares In Some PTSD Patients, New Study Finds
More than a third of PTSD patients who took a cannabis-derived drug stopped having nightmares altogether, a new study from researchers in Germany found.