One of the largest research analyses regarding the frequency of childhood trauma and its effects in adults is the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE). 14 The ACE study was led by Kaiser Permanente (KP ...

Developmental trauma is a term used in psychology literature to describe significant adverse experiences—such as abuse (physical, sexual, or emotional), neglect, or other profound kinds of harm—that ...

Children who experience traumatic events may show subtle but measurable differences in how their brains process attention and control impulses, according to a new study published in Neuropsychologia.

A new developmental theory from an Iowa State researcher describes how our memory and perception of trauma can evolve over time, shifting with new experiences and as cognitive and emotional ...

Every day, children face experiences that can change their lives. Trauma can leave deep scars on children, impacting them in ways that aren’t always visible. But how children react to trauma varies ...

Childhood is a time of growth, learning, and development. Your child is increasing in height and weight, learning new physical and social skills, and laying the foundations of adulthood. If you have ...

Child neglect and abuse are perhaps the most significant community health challenge in the United States. 1 Mental health experts in trauma continue to investigate and apply a condition known as ...

A new developmental theory is reshaping how experts understand the reliability of children's and adolescents' memories of traumatic events and adverse experiences. Subscribe to our newsletter for the ...