Neuroplasticity in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

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This review demonstrates neuroplasticity's effects on PTSD recovery, highlighting treatment options and prognosis factors.

MAIN FINDING: Neuroplasticity plays a crucial role in the development and potential treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
KEY EVIDENCE: Research shows that traumatic experiences alter synaptic plasticity and myelin pathways in the brain regions involved with PTSD.
APPROACH: The review examines both preclinical and clinical data, focusing on circuitry changes related to PTSD and effective interventions.
SIGNIFICANCE: Understanding neuroplasticity helps pave the way for innovative therapies, including the use of psychedelic substances for PTSD treatment.

López-López et al. (2025) studied this question.

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