The separation of children from their parents generates psychological trauma in the future

A study conducted at Stanford University identified that stress in early childhood is a significant risk factor for depression and future suicidal behavior.

Professor of Psychology Ian H. Gotlib, examined how stress of early life affects brain development, as well as treatments for depression and how to reduce the risk of developing this condition in minors.

The specialist argued that for decades of research, [19659002] we know that minors depend on their parents and need their emotional well-being.

By providing a supportive and supportive relationship, parents play a fundamental role in promoting the healthy development of their children; In addition to protecting them from the psychological consequences of stress and helping them regulate their emotions, the scientific team has documented that early adverse experiences have adverse behavioral and biological consequences for children and adolescents over the years.

Gotlib reported that stress in the early years of life is consistently associated with behavioral problems in children, with symptoms of psychopathology and psychological and physical disorders.

It is clear that stress in early childhood can have immediate and lasting consequences, especially when it is severe and cumulative, he added

The psychologist commented In response to trauma and adverse experiences similar to parent separation, children secrete high levels of the stress hormone cortisol.

He described that high cortisol has negative effects The study of the structure and connectivity of the brain slows neuronal growth, reduces the volumes of critical brain structures such as the hippocampus and affects the brain regions involved in the effective regulation of emotions.

The specialist stated that the study showed that the adverse effects of early trauma on the psychological functioning of children include higher rates of depression, anxiety, and behavioral problems. "externalizing" or acting-out.

Therefore, he emphasizes that it is important that ] stay in your family and avoid the different effects of stress.