Childhood trauma
Childhood trauma
Childhood trauma (pronunciation: /ˈtʃaɪldˌhʊd ˈtrɔːmə/) refers to a distressing or harmful experience that occurs during one's childhood.
Etymology
The term 'trauma' originates from the Greek word 'traumatikos', which means 'wound'. 'Childhood' is derived from the Old English words 'cildhad', where 'cild' means 'child' and 'had' means 'state or condition'.
Definition
Childhood trauma is a psychological term that refers to experiences that are emotionally painful and distressing, and that overwhelm an individual's ability to cope. These experiences can have lasting impacts on the individual's mental, physical, and emotional health.
Types of Childhood Trauma
Childhood trauma can take many forms, including:
- Physical abuse
- Sexual abuse
- Emotional abuse
- Neglect
- Witnessing violence
- Natural disasters
- Medical trauma
Effects of Childhood Trauma
The effects of childhood trauma can be far-reaching and long-lasting. They can include:
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Depression
- Anxiety disorders
- Substance abuse
- Eating disorders
- Personality disorders
Treatment
Treatment for childhood trauma often involves psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and medication.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Childhood trauma
- Wikipedia's article - Childhood trauma
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