Childhood trauma linked to distrust of healthcare professionals – new research

By Kat Ford, Research Fellow in the Public Health Collaborating Unit, Bangor University

Our health, wellbeing and behaviour are shaped by our childhood experiences.

Exposure to trauma or intense stress, referred to as “adverse childhood experiences” (Aces) by experts, is linked to a multitude of negative outcomes later in life. These include an increased risk of developing physical and mental health problems, engaging in risky behaviour, experiencing violence and lower educational attainment.

My colleagues and I wanted to understand the effect that childhood trauma may…

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