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The relationship between childhood adversities and complex posttraumatic stress symptoms: a multiple mediation model
Tianyou Guo1, Liuyue Huang1, Daniel L Hall2,3
1Institute of Collaborative Innovation, Exercise Psychophysiology Laboratory, School of Psychology, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, P.R.China.
European Journal of Psychotraumatology
|July 12, 2021
Summary
Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are linked to complex posttraumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) in Chinese college students. This relationship is mediated by lower self-kindness and higher self-judgement, suggesting key targets for intervention.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Mental Health
- Trauma Studies
Background:
- Limited research exists on complex posttraumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) within Chinese populations.
- Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are increasingly linked to CPTSD symptoms.
- The mediating roles of self-kindness and self-judgement in the ACEs-CPTSD relationship are understudied.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between ACEs and CPTSD among Chinese college students.
- To examine the mediating effects of self-kindness and self-judgement on the ACEs-CPTSD pathway.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional online survey was conducted with 1361 Chinese college students in May 2020.
- Data collected included demographic variables, ACEs, self-compassion (self-kindness, self-judgement), and CPTSD symptoms.
- Structural equation modeling was used to test mediation hypotheses, controlling for demographic factors.
Main Results:
- ACEs were positively correlated with increased CPTSD symptom severity, including posttraumatic stress disorder and disturbances in self-organization.
- Decreased self-kindness and increased self-judgement significantly mediated the relationship between ACEs and CPTSD symptoms.
Conclusions:
- Findings highlight the significant impact of ACEs on CPTSD in Chinese college students.
- Lowering self-judgement and increasing self-kindness are identified as crucial therapeutic targets for treating CPTSD.
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