Boy puts hands to his head as she struggles with untreated childhood trauma

What Happens When Childhood Trauma Goes Untreated?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: May 30, 2023Updated: April 24, 2023When trauma occurs in childhood, it can lead to many long-term effects. Trauma can change how the brain functions and affect a child’s quality of life as they grow into adulthood. Untreated childhood trauma can lead to…

Unresolved trauma and addiction

How Unresolved Teenage Trauma Can Lead to Addiction Later in Life

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 5, 2022Updated: August 29, 2022No parent wants to see their child become addicted to drugs or alcohol. However, many individuals who develop substance use disorders later in life have a history of untreated trauma in their childhood or teenage years. If…