Although scientists believe that the brain changes are not necessarily permanent, the discovery paves the way for a deeper understanding of the emotional impact of trauma and more effective methods of preventing PTSD.
“Not only the earthquake itself, but also frequent after-quakes, radioactive materials leaked from nuclear plants, and many inconveniences after the quake, such as stopping utilities, caused stressful periods,” said the scientist.
The report added: “This extremely miserable episode provided a rare opportunity for investigating brain structural changes associated with such a disaster”.
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