HPA axis function and diurnal cortisol in post-traumatic stress disorder: A systematic review

ConclusionDespite some indications of an association between PTSD and dysregulated HPA axis functionality as demonstrated by diurnal cortisol output, the current review has revealed mixed findings. As such, a complete understanding of HPA axis dysregulation as it relates to PTSD remains unestablished. Given the findings, further investigation into the relationship between PTSD trauma-exposed and non-PTSD trauma-exposed individuals and diurnal cortisol is warranted.
Source: Neurobiology of Stress - Category: Neuroscience Source Type: research