In this paper we are going to discuss the effects childhood trauma can have on an adolescent’s development as well as the prevalence of this topic in the book The Perks of Being a Wallflower. From social/emotional to neurological effects, we will …

CPTSD comprises exposure to frequent and repeated occurrences of interpersonal trauma in multiple forms during childhood, which negatively impacts development of emotional regulation, exacerbates dysfunctional self-perception and impairs interpersonal functioning into adulthood (Hyland et al., 2017).

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Some of these expected outcomes involve coping, decision making, self-esteem, etc. In an article, “Complex post-traumatic stress disorder in patients with somatization disorder” describes the correlation between severe childhood trauma, adult somatization and …

A downstream approach is focused on treating the effects of a health issue. Talk therapy is an ideal example of this approach in cases of trauma or any other mental health concern. Nurses should be aware of the negative effects of childhood trauma in order to better recognize those affected and provide more specific resources or support groups.

Major trauma is the term used to describe a serious injury that could cause permanent disability or death. A trauma nurse’s environment consists of action and emergency situations on a day to day basis. It requires a discipline that covers various roles when caring for …

This is supported by using the Center for Disease Control’s model of assessing childhood trauma and how it impacts the health and well-being of these persons as adults. The ANA encompasses aspects of health such as sleep, activity, quality of life, nutrition, and safety (American Nurses Association, 2018) which can all be impacted by the ...

Content relating to: "trauma" Major trauma is the term used to describe a serious injury that could cause permanent disability or death. A trauma nurse’s environment consists of action and emergency situations on a day to day basis. It requires a discipline that covers various roles when caring for trauma patients with severe situations.

Millions of Americans also face adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) including child abuse, neglect, and household dysfunction that impact their development and physical and mental health. These ACEs have shown dose-response relationships with chronic diseases such as liver disease, heart disease, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Childhood obesity contains a vast range of disciplines to help in its characterization. With that being said, these disciplines tend to all be interlocked with one another. Looking at childhood obesity through the discipline of biology for instance would constantly be leading the researcher to a psychological standpoint every time a page is turned.