Childhood is often seen as a carefree phase of life, yet early experiences can leave deep emotional impacts that shape a person for years. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can develop from a young age when children experience or witness distressing events such as abuse, neglect, violence, bullying, accidents, or the loss of a loved one. Since a child’s brain is still developing, repeated fear or emotional instability can strongly affect their sense of safety and trust. M
