Mental health benefits of a 1-week intensive multimodal group program for adolescents with multiple adverse childhood experiences.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with a wide range of diseases, unsafe behavior and shorter life expectancy. However, there is scarce evidence on effective interventions for children or adolescents who report multiple ACEs, including abuse, neglect and household dysfunction.

Objective

The aim of this study was to evaluate the mental health outcomes of a multimodal program designed for adolescents with multiple ACEs.

Participants

Forty-four girls (aged 13-16 years, mean ACE score > 5) were randomized to an intervention group or a care-as-usual control group.

Methods

The intervention included mindfulness-based practices, expressive arts and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Integrative) group treatment. We used ques

SUBMITTER: Roque-Lopez S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8627589 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature