Childhood adversity linked to billions in health and economic costs—new research

Childhood adversity linked to billions in health and economic costs—new research

Childhood trauma can leave scars that last long after the experiences themselves have ended. Its effects can reach into adult life, increasing the risk of mental illness, physical health problems and other difficulties.

Childhood adversity linked to billions in health and economic costs – new research

Mariana Serdynska/ShutterstockChildhood trauma can leave scars that last long after the experiences themselves have ended. Its effects can reach into adult life, increasing the risk of mental illness, physical health problems and other difficulties. Our latest research estimates that the health effects associated with adverse childhood experiences cost the equivalent of £7.8 billion in Wales and £115.6 billion in England in 2023. These figures r…

Abu Dhabi convenience-sample study links childhood adversity to distinct

A latent class analysis of 918 adults in an Abu Dhabi convenience sample found that retrospectively reported childhood adversity was most consistently associated with a profile combining mental health conditions and multiple burdens.