Trauma is not always the result of a physical blow to the body. Sometimes, the brain reacts to an intensely emotional or frightening experience in a way that mirrors its response to physical harm. This article explores the hypothesis that psychological traumas can lead the brain to develop distorted perceptions of reality—perceptions that, over time, … Read more

Fear has been one of the oldest mechanisms of survival in humans. In the past, this biological reaction served as a primary tool to cope with natural threats. However, in the modern era, with the transformation of dangers, fear has taken new forms—such as greed, competition, and the exercise of power—and has become deeply rooted … Read more