childhood trauma

How childhood trauma affects health across a lifetime

Table of Contents What is childhood trauma? Childhood trauma can occur when a child witnesses or experiences irresistible negative experiences in childhood.  Children can also experience traumatic events. These include accidents, natural disasters, war and civil unrest, medical procedures, or the sudden loss of a parent/caregiver. What are the three types of trauma? Acute trauma (short …

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