Did you know that up to 75% of domestic violence survivors suffer traumatic brain injuries, yet most go undiagnosed? In our most recent podcast, Dr. María E. Garay-Serratos shares insights on the urgent need for better recognition & care for survivors. Listen here: bit.ly/4i53NI5

Hear from CCAW's Director of Programs & Operations, Shawn Guy, on how CCAW's team works daily to ensure every detail is designed to make this the most impactful conference possible. Secure your spot and be part of the impact: bit.ly/4gUBfAv

First responders experience significantly higher rates of suicide, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and divorce than the general population. In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Heather Twedell explains why this is. Listen here: bit.ly/3RTbllQ

Learn more about why controls - people without a history of RHI - are essential to CTE research. Visit bit.ly/bucte_braindon… for more information.

May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth. Learn the warning signs of suicide risk in young people, and if you notice these signs in yourself or others, it's important to take them seriously. If you or someone you care about needs support, text, chat, or call 988. 💜 #MHAM

Today is National Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives Day and it is something that affects every Native community. Here is one story.

For today's Brain Donation FAQ, we are discussing the role of family members after a brain donation has been made. Please feel free to comment or message us additional questions and visit bit.ly/bucte_braindon… to learn more about the brain donation process and see more FAQs.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and individuals living with CTE may struggle with mental health symptoms. Visit the Resources page on our website to find even more resources: bit.ly/bucte_resources There is always hope.

That’s a wrap on #CCAW2025! Thank you to all of our attendees, speakers, and sponsors for all you do to prosecute crimes against women. Together, we’ve sparked conversations, shared solutions, and ignited a ripple effect of change that will continue to grow. ❤️

As we come to the end of #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth we’re shining a light on what too often goes unspoken: the toll this work takes on our mental well-being. 🧠❤️ Read our words of advice and find resources in our latest blog post: conferencecaw.org/recognizing-me…

For today's Brain Donation FAQ, we are discussing who can donate their brain to the BU CTE Center. Please feel free to comment or message us additional questions and visit bit.ly/bucte_braindon… to learn more about the brain donation process and see more FAQs.

Increased temperatures can heighten stress and risk during the summer months. As professionals working with survivors, this is a critical time to be especially vigilant — to recognize the signs, offer support, and help ensure safety.

Take a look at the new review “Neuroinflammatory mechanisms may help identify candidate biomarkers in chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE)” First Author: Guneet Bindra, BS Senior Author: Jonathan Cherry, PhD Read it here: bit.ly/3GDo6z7

We thank the family of Greg Newman for their generous donation and contribution to our research. You can read the article below from The Athletic to learn more about Greg and to hear from CTE Center director Ann McKee, MD. Read it here: nytimes.com/athletic/64964…

Key federal funding for domestic violence support has been declining and is likely to drop more in coming years. time.com/7305918/domest…

Women are far more likely than men to be murdered by someone they know intimately, especially within the home or family context. This isn’t just violence, it’s a pattern and a crisis. Every woman deserves to feel safe, not scared, in her own home. UN Women

Breaking news: New York Mayor Eric Adams said police are investigating a note from the suspected Manhattan gunman and potential links to the NFL and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a neurodegenerative disease linked to head trauma. wapo.st/4mkd40Q

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As people around the world grapple with serious challenges in their daily lives, friendship can foster well-being, build bridges & inspire solidarity between communities. Wednesday is #FriendshipDay. un.org/en/observances…

#CTE also impacts #DVvictims: A #DVTBIEpidemic. Learn more at panfila.org Boston University CTE Center, please exam his brain so we can learn more about how we can help potential #CTEvictims manage their symptoms & stop disease progression. We can work together to create #CTE solutions.