IN YOUR DAILY DOSE: today is research that demonstrates a potential reason women and men react differently after a traumatic brain injury.

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In The News

Every year nearly 1.5 million people are diagnosed with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and in the military many of these are from blast injuries as the result of an explosive device.

During treatment, doctors have identified specific differences in the way men and women recover from blast TBI. Women are more likely to develop neuropsychiatric disorders, such as depression, PTSD and anxiety. This new study may have found a link to a disrupted pathway in the brain that explains the differences.

Every tissue in your body is affected by the interaction between your nervous system and endocrine system. It is this neuroendocrine system that is apparently affected differently after an injury. Following hormonal, behavioral and anatomical studies, researchers found a mild TBI may disrupt that system and alter the secretion of stress hormones that correlate with an increase in anxiety and depression.

Uncovering this underlying dysregulation may ultimately lead to better treatment for our military personnel who protect our country every day.

SOURCE: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/04/170403140407.htm

Daily Health Tip

Even mild head injuries, during basketball or football practice, after a fall from your bicycle or during a minor car accident, can cause permanent and significant changes to the way in which your brain functions. Wear your seat belt and appropriate head gear for the sport you’re playing and get immediate medical attention for an injury - even if you believe you are “just fine.”

Daily Affirmation

I notice the minor details while friends talk. This helps me provide wise advice for their situations. I pay attention to their tone and voice during the conversation. I understand how to comfort and support them.
I listen to my friends' stories and communicate my concern.

Fact or Fiction?

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Have a wonderful day!

Your Healthy Life America Team