toxic stress

In Chicago, Immigrants Who Fled Violence and War Struggle With Their Mental Health

Many immigrants suffer from trauma as a result of the persecution they fled and their perilous journey to the United States. The city of Chicago is trying to help meet those needs.

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How a Baby Remembers Loss

People assume infants hold no memory of loss or other excruciating events, but the reality is different, researchers say.

Healing families from the toxic stress of racism

Support for Black parents in Minnesota also boosts their children's mental health. Wrestling with anorexia treatment. And more.

Machine Gun Kelly on Gratitude

Mental health stole the spotlight at the Grammys. Experts credit Rep. George Santos with raising awareness of pathological lying. A potential pill for postpartum depression is under development. A study shows toxic stress from povery and racism can alter Black children's brains. And more.

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