Is parental unemployment associated with increased risk of adverse childhood experiences? A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Unemployment has adverse consequences for families and can put children at risk of harm. This study presents a systematic review and meta-analysis of global evidence on associations between parental unemployment and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs).

Methods

Systematic literature searches across four databases identified cross-sectional, cohort or case-control studies measuring associations between parental employment and individual or cumulative ACEs in children. Available risk estimates were extracted and pooled odds ratios calculated using random-effects models.

Results

Of 60 included studies, 37 provided risk estimates suitable for pooling across seven ACE types. Paternal/any parental unemployment was associated with a 29% increased risk of sexual ab

SUBMITTER: Judd N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10687894 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature