Abstract
Growing evidence suggests that constant exposure to environmental stressors, such as an abusive household or a dangerous neighborhood, can contribute to what is known as “toxic” or “chronic” stress. For adolescents with developing brains, these stressors can cause lasting psychological and physiological impairments, particularly in areas of the brain that influence learning, behavior, and mental health.
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