Journal of Trauma & Treatment

Due to a lack of studies exploring the mechanisms of trauma across cultures, the current exploratory study sought to identify the commonalities and differences between African American and Palestinian oppression, trauma, and healing. Utilizing a unique comparative case study design, two indigenous scholars, one from each community were interviewed together over 2 sessions to explore the experiences of trauma and healing within and across their communities. A thematic qualitative analysis was conducted on the data, initially by 2 independent outsider researchers. Intercoder reliability and insider expert analysis was used to assess the validity and reliability of the analysis. Despite the significant cultural differences, findings indicated a high level of commonality of mechanisms and consequences of oppression and trauma across the two communities. In conclusion, mechanisms of intentional trauma and resultant symptoms were identified from the scholar’s discourse. Recommendations are provided for future research into intentional trauma, pervasive symptoms across generations, and culturally attuned healing practices.

Despite a decrease in traffic fatalities over the past 30 years, unintentional injury remains a leading cause of death for children in Japan, with road accidents being the most common cause. Abdominal trauma is a frequent type of injury, and non-operative management has become the standard of care for pediatric solid organ injuries. However, surgical treatment may still be necessary in certain cases. Previous studies have developed management algorithms based on hemodynamic stability and hemoglobin monitoring as indicators of ongoing blood loss. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of non-operative management for pediatric abdominal trauma, in hopes of reducing child road traffic fatalities in Japan

This study investigated the impact of criticism on the functional connectivity of the brain and its relationship with neuroticism. A total of 60 healthy participants completed a task where they received either positive or negative feedback while undergoing fMRI scans. The results showed that receiving negative feedback decreased the functional connectivity between the amygdala and medial prefrontal cortex, which are key regions involved in emotional regulation. Furthermore, individuals with higher levels of neuroticism showed greater decreases in functional connectivity after receiving negative feedback. These findings suggest that criticism can significantly impact the brain's functional connectivity, particularly in individuals with higher levels of neuroticism. The study highlights the importance of understanding the neural mechanisms underlying emotional regulation and its susceptibility to negative feedback, which could have implications for the development and treatment of psychiatric disorders.

The growing understanding of the gut microbiome's influence on human health has expanded beyond traditional realms of digestion and immunity. Recent research has shed light on a fascinating and intricate relationship between the gut microbiome and psychiatric disorders, revealing the existence of a mind-gut connection. This abstract explores the emerging evidence and mechanisms underlying this connection, emphasizing the bidirectional communication between the gut and the brain, and its impact on psychiatric disorders such as anxiety, depression, and even neurodevelopmental conditions. Through various studies, including animal models, clinical trials, and human microbiome sequencing, researchers have identified microbial signatures associated with psychiatric disorders, providing potential targets for therapeutic interventions. Furthermore, the abstract highlights the complex interplay of factors influencing the mind-gut connection, including diet, stress, immune system interactions, and the production of neuroactive compounds by gut microbes. Overall, this abstract aims to deepen our understanding of the intricate relationship between the gut microbiome and psychiatric disorders, ultimately paving the way for innovative approaches in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of these debilitating conditions.