There is some interesting talk in the British media among child and family psychologists...that putting children in daycare before the age of three may permanently affect cortisol levels in the brain leading to many problems later in life... no one gives specifics. Anyway, I realized within a few moments that what is important is that the idea of cortisol as neurotoxic is making the popular press further substantiating Rick's theory on its possible role in YOPD. If we look further at the analysis of the research, it is perhaps too flawed to see a real link. However, it does raise interesting subtexts on how much our modern lifestyle may wreak havoc on our symptoms and contribute to putting us here in the first place.

The best part is the link to the Neuroskeptic's blog and a lucid discussion on the role of cortisol in wealth of information therein. Yes, it is written by a neuroscientist on a mission to debunk myth and bad neuro-science...highly entertaining and informative. Just wanted to share and see if we cannot generate further interest in cortisol or other related topics.

Laura

Laura