Can the positive buffer the negative? Testing the impact of protective childhood experiences on adjustment in adults following trauma exposure.

ABSTRACT:

Background

It is unclear if protective childhood experiences (PCEs), like emotional support and economic stability, exert influence on adulthood adjustment. Prior research suggests PCEs can promote childhood resilience through increased social connection. In contrast, research has demonstrated potential life-long negative impacts of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on psychological health. This study examined the role of PCEs and ACEs in psychological symptoms following potentially traumatic events (PTE) in adults.

Methods

Participants (N = 128) were adults admitted to two Level 1 Trauma Centers following violence, motor-vehicle crashes, or other accidents. Participants reported childhood experiences and completed assessments of depression, PTSD, and social suppor

SUBMITTER: Nguyen TNM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10545812 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature