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Teen Trauma Doesn't Fade: North San Diego County Experts on What Stays

Episode Summary

Women face two to three times the PTSD risk men do, and it often traces back to unresolved teenage trauma. What does that "moodiness" actually turn into decades later? To learn more, https://missionprephealthcare.com/locations/california/fallbrook-limber-pine-road/

Episode Notes

[thoughtful] Here's something that stopped me cold: women have a two to three times higher risk of developing PTSD compared to men, and part of that disparity comes down to women being exposed to more high-impact trauma, like sexual assault, at a younger age. So today we're asking why untreated trauma in teen girls doesn't just fade with time, as it can follow them straight into adulthood. According to experts at Mission Prep in North San Diego County, untreated teen trauma can quietly shape relationships, health, and careers for decades. I'm joined by a guest who's here to break down what that actually looks like. Welcome to the show.

Mission Prep City: San Juan Capistrano Address: 30310 Rancho Viejo Rd. Website: https://missionprephealthcare.com/