PTSD isn’t just an emotional response - it also affects the brain's structure and function. Research has shown that PTSD alters three key brain regions:

2. The Prefrontal Cortex: The Rational Thinker

The prefrontal cortex, which regulates emotions and decision-making, becomes less active, making it harder to manage fear and stress responses.

3. The Hippocampus: The Memory Processor
The hippocampus, which processes memories, often shrinks in PTSD, leading to difficulties in distinguishing between past trauma and present reality.

4. How This Impacts Daily Life

Heightened startle responses

• Difficulty regulating emotions

• Struggles with memory and concentration

Finding Help for PTSD

Understanding these brain changes can help explain why PTSD symptoms feel so intense. If PTSD is affecting your daily life, PTSD counselling can provide practical strategies to regain emotional balance.

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