In the field of psychology, attachment theory proposes that interpersonal experiences early in life should shape how people ...

Increasing attention is being paid to childhood trauma and its long-term effects. Adverse childhood experiences, or ACEs, are potentially traumatic events that occur between the ages of 0-17 years.

A new study published in the journal Death Studies suggests that positive childhood experiences can reduce the impact of trauma-related stress on suicidal thoughts in young adults. Researchers found ...

AMES, Iowa – Making sure children grow up in a safe and stable environment is the goal of Iowa State University researchers working on a statewide evaluation through the Iowa Department of Public ...

Our early years shape more than just our memories-they lay the foundation for how we approach relationships. From the way we ...

We come into the world screaming and vulnerable—entirely dependent on adult caregivers to keep us safe and teach us how to connect with others. The nature of these earliest relationships influences ...

—According to the results of this study, identifying adverse childhood experiences can go a long way toward reducing stress in adulthood, as well as lowering the odds of developing major depressive ...