Dev Cogn Neurosci April 2021 PMID 33517107

Longitudinal changes in amygdala, hippocampus and cortisol development following early caregiving adversity.

Michelle VanTieghem, Marta Korom, Jessica Flannery, Tricia Choy, Christina Caldera, Kathryn L Humphreys, Laurel Gabard-Durnam, Bonnie Goff, Dylan G Gee, Eva H Telzer, Mor Shapiro, Jennifer Y Louie, Dominic S Fareri, Niall Bolger, Nim Tottenham

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The overall discussions reflect a strong interest in the topic, with posts highlighting the longitudinal nature of the study and its focus on brain regions like the amygdala and hippocampus. Words like 'excited' and phrases praising the authors' hard work reveal enthusiasm, while references to 'lasting changes' and 'developmental impacts' emphasize recognition of the study's importance. The tone ranges from supportive to genuinely intrigued, demonstrating engagement with the research’s implications for understanding early adversity and brain development.

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Most discussions acknowledge the importance of the study, with some expressing excitement and support, though few posts directly critique the findings.

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Posts show high interest, with enthusiasm about the research's implications and the researchers involved, indicating curiosity about brain development and early adversity.

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Many posts reference specific aspects of the study, such as longitudinal changes and brain regions like the amygdala and hippocampus, suggesting a deeper level of engagement.

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While some posts highlight the study’s significance, especially in neuroscience and early childhood development, others mainly share excitement or brief summaries, indicating moderate perceived impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The study tracked how early caregiving adversity, like being placed in institutional care, affects stress hormone levels and brain structures in youth from childhood to adulthood, using multiple data collection points over several years.
  • Findings showed that kids with early adversity had lower morning cortisol (a stress hormone) in childhood but higher levels in late adolescence, along with reduced hippocampal volume and slower growth of the amygdala, leading to smaller brain structures by adolescence.
  • These brain and hormone changes are dynamic and interconnected, indicating that the effects of early adversity on stress regulation and brain development evolve over time rather than remaining fixed.]

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Dr. Laurel Gabard-Durnam
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So excited to see this paper out after @Vanti20m's incredible hard work! Fresh out of @DANLAB_Columbia: longitudinal changes in amygdala, hippocampus and cortisol development following early caregiving adversity https://t.co/sg2hNay1Dy

Jan 29, 2021 · 71 likes · 25 shares · 6,358 followers View post →
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Longitudinal changes in amygdala, hippocampus and cortisol development following early caregiving adversity https://t.co/ElyWqNIwUN

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Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Longitudinal changes in amygdala, hippocampus and cortisol development following early caregiving adversity https://t.co/kFfPU0tEQR

Jan 29, 2021 · 5 likes · 1 share · 28,122 followers View post →
Marta Korom
@korommarta · X

What a privilege to be a co-author on this paper! Longitudinal changes in amygdala, hippocampus and cortisol development following early caregiving adversity. Shoutout to @Vanti20m for the amazing work! https://t.co/R3fABwUKvu #InagurationDayGiftFromDCN

Jan 20, 2021 · 2 likes · 140 followers View post →
Assert
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"Longitudinal changes in amygdala, hippocampus and cortisol development following early.." is the #1 paper on PsyArXiv today in neuroscience. Congrats @dylanggee @Vanti20m @j_flan. See it at -> https://t.co/m1fKJOpRsS and https://t.co/Q0daIWttCS. Please retweet.

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Jesus Ramirez-Bermudez
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CPIPR
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Children who spent their early years in orphanages or other institutions experienced some lasting changes to their brain function and chemistry. @ColumbiaCPRC #NICHDimpact https://t.co/6Ibjc8pOjC https://t.co/1ZUKj39k9J

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RT @PopResearchCtrs: Children who spent their early years in orphanages or other institutions experienced some lasting changes to their bra…

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CPIPR
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Children who spent their early years in orphanages or other institutions experienced some lasting changes to their brain function and chemistry. @ColumbiaCPRC #NICHDimpact https://t.co/6Ibjc8pOjC https://t.co/Zh210Al0rV

Jan 28, 2022 · 1 share · 1,068 followers View post →
Derner School of Psychology at Adelphi
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Dr. Fareri and co-authors published a research paper titled “Longitudinal Changes in Amygdala, Hippocampus and Cortisol Development Following Early Caregiving Adversity” which examined the impact of early life stress. https://t.co/Disi66ndQG https://t.co/K3aQRSyRmW

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Cognitive Neuropsychiatry
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Katy Torres
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Dr. Millie Rincón-Cortés
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Dr Caitlin Cowan
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Dr. Kimberly Noble
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Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Longitudinal changes in amygdala, hippocampus and cortisol development following early caregiving adversity https://t.co/kFfPU0tEQR

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Dylan Gee, PhD
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Darlynn Rojo-Wissar, PhD, MPH
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Dr. Laurel Gabard-Durnam
@laurel_joy_gd · X

So excited to see this paper out after @Vanti20m's incredible hard work! Fresh out of @DANLAB_Columbia: longitudinal changes in amygdala, hippocampus and cortisol development following early caregiving adversity https://t.co/sg2hNay1Dy

Jan 29, 2021 · 71 likes · 25 shares · 6,358 followers View post →
Marta Korom
@korommarta · X

What a privilege to be a co-author on this paper! Longitudinal changes in amygdala, hippocampus and cortisol development following early caregiving adversity. Shoutout to @Vanti20m for the amazing work! https://t.co/R3fABwUKvu #InagurationDayGiftFromDCN

Jan 20, 2021 · 2 likes · 140 followers View post →
Assert
@AssertPub_dev · X

"Longitudinal changes in amygdala, hippocampus and cortisol development following early.." is the #1 paper on PsyArXiv today in neuroscience. Congrats @dylanggee @Vanti20m @j_flan. See it at -> https://t.co/m1fKJOpRsS and https://t.co/Q0daIWttCS. Please retweet.

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