How childhood trauma affects health across a lifetime

In this compelling TED Talk, Dr. Nadine Burke Harris shares profound insights into how childhood trauma can irreversibly shape our physical and mental health. She explains how constant stress in early childhood disrupts neurological and hormonal development, leading to chronic diseases later in life. This presentation calls for a transformative approach in healthcare—viewing childhood adversity not just as a past event, but as a pressing health priority today. Essential watching for educators, parents, health professionals, and anyone who cares about building healthier communities.