Ghostwatch, the BBC Halloween spoof that ‘gave children PTSD’ Programme aired in 1992 was penned by a horror writer and originally meant as a six-part series The Independent UK · Oct 31
‘I killed lots of terrorists, but it didn’t make me feel better’: The trauma haunting Israel's elections After more than three years of war, the number of Israeli soldiers suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder following bloody campaigns in Gaza and Lebanon has risen drastically. In the lead-up to Israel’s crucial legislative elections, FRANCE 24 speaks with soldiers left shell-shocked by the country’s wars. France 24 · Oct 23
'Play Tetris': Six Flags Tragedy Witness Receives Unexpected Advice to Help Prevent Traumatic Flashbacks A Six Flags tragedy witness was advised to play Tetris to reduce traumatic flashbacks. Here's what scientific studies reveal about the unusual advice. International Business Times UK · Oct 13
Veterans' PTSD and Depression Relief After Ibogaine Largely Held for a Year in Small Stanford Study of 30 Most veterans in a small Stanford ibogaine study kept their PTSD gains at 12 months, but the study had no control group, and heart risks remain. Medical Daily · Oct 9
Childhood Abuse Linked to Brain Structure Differences in 3,711 Brain Scans, with Stronger Patterns Seen in Young Women A UCLA-led study of 3,711 brain scans links childhood abuse to brain structure differences. It shows an association, not a cause, and needs follow-up. Medical Daily · Oct 8
One in three Ukrainian civilians estimated to meet the criteria for PTSD or complex PTSD – new study Resilience is a word frequently used to describe the way Ukrainian society has responded to the war with Russia. It’s a term that can inspire sympathy and mobilise support. But it also risks overshadowing effects of war that require both domestic and international attention to enable Ukraine to withstand Russia’s… The Conversation · Oct 1
Officer's death a lesson in PTSD, coroner finds The death of an officer haunted by a double murder and other traumatic events should be a lesson for police on how to prevent future tragedies, a coroner says. AAP · Oct 1
Kate Beckinsale sparks concern from fans as star says she 'gives up' in cryptic Instagram post The actor, who has been open about her struggles with PTSD, deleted all of her Instagram posts in August Evening Standard · Sep 21
What Happened to Kate Beckinsale? Actress Leaves Fans Concerned With 'I Give Up' and 'Bye' Posts After Opening Up About PTSD Kate Beckinsale has shared unexplained Instagram messages reading 'I give up' and 'Bye', prompting concern weeks after she spoke publicly about PTSD, grief and trauma. International Business Times UK · Sep 21
Kate Beckinsale Posts 'I Give Up' Message After Speaking Out About Cruel Body Comments Kate Beckinsale has shared unexplained Instagram messages saying 'bye' and 'I give up' after publicly discussing PTSD, grief following her mother's death and online criticism. International Business Times UK · Sep 20
San Diego police investigate case of family of three found fatally shot in home Navy veteran David Voight, his wife, Amy, and their child were found dead as relatives report Voight was suffering from PTSD The Guardian - US · Sep 18
79 Times Dogs Were So Hilariously Adorable That They Got Turned Into Memes Someone once said that we don't deserve dogs. And honestly, no lies detected. Pups are everything humans should aspire to be. They're loyal, forgiving, playful, and pure. They love unconditionally, and they make us laugh. Here's a list of funny, cute, chaotic and wholesome dog moments turned into memes. Bored Panda · Sep 15
9/11 Responders Still Face Effects of Attack as Long-Term City Air Pollution Worsens Ground Zero Damage A new study of 18,734 9/11 responders links later-life heat and air pollution exposure to higher levels of frailty, PTSD and depression 25 years after the attacks. International Business Times UK · Sep 14
Routine PTSD screening for new mothers could save NHS £26 million a year Around one in 20 women suffer from clinical levels of post-traumatic stress disorder after giving birth, says new study The Independent UK · Sep 10
The Conversation · Sep 8 Does debriefing about a difficult birth stop it turning into trauma? For some women, the birth of their baby is one of the happiest days of their lives. Others remember it as a frightening, overwhelming or deeply distressing experience. Around one in three women report their birth experience as traumatic.
Evening Standard · Sep 4 BBC comedy star rushed to A&E again after Lime bike crash and brain injury The comedian, 43, was diagnosed with PTSD after accidentally crashing her Lime bike into a brick wall
Euronews · Sep 4 New Zealand approves party-drug MDMA for treating patients with PTSD Two psychiatrists in New Zealand can now prescribe MDMA in controlled clinical settings, built on trial results that have been challenged in the US.
The Conversation · Sep 2 Decades after 9/11, toxic dust and PTSD may be accelerating brain aging among first responders Hundreds of first responders have told me they remember exactly how they felt during the World Trade Center attacks, even 25 years on.
The Independent UK · Aug 28 Thousands of women suffer with undiagnosed PTSD after childbirth Two damning reports into the UK’s maternity services found that they failed to consistently provide compassionate and safe care
The Guardian - UK · Aug 27 Thousands of UK women have undiagnosed PTSD after childbirth each year, study finds Experts call for joined-up support through the postnatal period amid concerns GPs are not trained to spot symptoms
The Independent UK · Aug 15 Drug abuse in Israel surges after October 7, latest data shows One in four Israelis are now engaging in problematic substance use
The Conversation · Aug 13 Trauma can trigger psychosis – and talk therapy can help treat both If you hear “psychosis”, what do you think of?
International Business Times UK · Aug 13 Sam Altman's Sister Says PTSD Was 'Direct' Result of Alleged Childhood Abuse: Elon Musk Reacts 'Wow' The legal battle between Sam Altman and his sister over childhood abuse claims sparks reactions from Elon Musk. Discover the implications for OpenAI's CEO amid ongoing litigation.
Destructoid · Aug 5 Marvel Rivals’ new Vanguard is giving Chainsaw Man fans some serious PTSD I am he who fires the bullets.
The Economic Times · Aug 3 Thousands of bees attacked a mother and her 2-year-old son in Scotland, stinging them 150 times each as toddler reportedly began vomiting bees during terrifying attack A mother and her 2-year-old son were reportedly stung more than 150 times each after thousands of bees swarmed them in Scotland, with the toddler reportedly vomiting bees during the terrifying attack. Both were airlifted to hospital and later diagnosed with PTSD, prompting the boy’s grandmother to seek new safety…