Government lockdowns during COVID biologically altered teen brains, mirroring trauma survivors with weakened stress responses and heightened inflammation. A Stanford study found reduced brain activity in emotional regulation and reward systems, pointing to long-term mental and physical health risks. Isolation—not the virus—was the cause. Researchers warn of a “new normal,” urging stronger youth support and evidence-based policies.
https://www.naturalnews.com/2025-09-17-covid-lockdowns-rewired-teen-brains-stress-inflammation.html