Understanding how the brain responds to fear could help treat people with phobias, PTSD, and anxiety.

New research reveals that witnessing trauma triggers unique brain changes, distinct from those caused by experiencing trauma firsthand.

Researchers discovered distinct molecular differences in how the brain processes directly experienced versus witnessed trauma -- a finding that could lead to more targeted treatments for PTSD.

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The Virginia Tech study finds witnessing trauma can alter the brain similarly to experiencing it firsthand. VIRGINIA, USA — ...

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Researchers discovered distinct molecular differences in how the brain processes directly experienced versus witnessed trauma ...