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Complex traumatic stress in the pediatric medical setting
Micah S Brosbe1, Jan Faust, Steven N Gold
1Center for Psychological Studies, Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314, USA. mbrosbe@gmail.com
Summary
Childhood complex traumatic stress significantly impacts psychological, behavioral, and physical health. Research shows it indirectly affects medical adherence and pain management in youth with serious conditions.
Area of Science:
- Child Psychology
- Pediatric Health
- Trauma Studies
Background:
- Increasing research on child complex traumatic stress (CCTS) from prolonged/repeated trauma.
- CCTS affects psychological, behavioral, and physical functioning in children.
- CCTS in medically ill youth may impact adherence, illness adjustment, and pain.
Purpose of the Study:
- Review the literature on CCTS in childhood.
- Examine the impact of CCTS on mental and physical health.
- Investigate CCTS effects on pediatric health-related issues.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and synthesis.
- Delineation of current research findings.
- Identification of research gaps.
Main Results:
- Few empirical studies directly link CCTS to pediatric health outcomes.
- Emotion regulation difficulties, disruptive behavior, and family conflict indirectly impair adherence, coping, and pain management.
- Evidence suggests an indirect relationship between CCTS and pediatric health issues.
Conclusions:
- More focused research is needed on the direct impact of CCTS on pediatric health.
- Understanding CCTS is crucial for improving health outcomes in affected children.
- Interventions addressing CCTS may enhance medical adherence and pain management.
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