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Rapid Emotion Transitions in PTSD Linked to Numbness and Hyperreactivity, Yale Study Finds
Patients diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can experience a range of emotional symptoms, from numbness to hyperreactivity. A new study conducted at Yale University delves into the connection between these contrasting symptoms, suggesting that rapid transitions between states of hypoarousal and hyperarousal may be the key factor.Lead study author Nachshon Korem, an associate research scientist at Yale School of Medicine, highlights that individuals with PTSD exhibit swift shifts in emotional states. Korem notes, "We found that the probable PTSD group...
Christakis, Mayer elected to National Academy of Sciences
Two Yale Faculty Members Elected to National Academy of SciencesIn a recent announcement, Nicholas Christakis and James Mayer have been elected to the prestigious National Academy of Sciences, marking a significant achievement in their respective fields. The academy, established in 1863, provides independent, objective advice to the nation on matters related to science and technology.Dr. Nicholas Christakis, a sociologist and physician, has been a member of the Yale faculty since 2013 and is renowned for his expertise in social networks and biosocial science. His...