Maternal History of Childhood Adversities and Later Negative Parenting: A Systematic Review

2021 ◽  
pp. 152483802110360
Author(s):  
Camila Regina Lotto ◽  
Elisa Rachel Pisani Altafim ◽  
Maria Beatriz Martins Linhares
Keyword(s):  
Adverse Childhood Experiences ◽  
Parenting Practices ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Childhood Adversities ◽  
Maternal History ◽  
Childhood Experiences ◽  
Negative Parenting ◽  
History Of Childhood ◽  
Adverse Childhood ◽  
History Of

Adverse childhood experiences negatively impact future violence, victimization, perpetration, health, and lifelong development. The aim of the present study was to systematically review the scientific evidence of empirical studies on the association between maternal childhood adversity in a familial context, including maltreatment, household challenges, and later maternal negative parenting. A search was performed in the PubMed, PsycINFO, Web of Science, SciELO, and LILACS databases, using the combination of the following keywords: (neglect OR abuse OR maltreatment OR harsh parenting OR punishment OR discipline OR negative parenting practices) AND (adverse childhood experiences OR early adversity OR cycle of violence OR cycle of maltreatment OR history of maltreatment) AND (mother OR maternal). The results of 29 studies showed predominantly significant direct associations between maternal childhood adversities and negative parenting with their children (83%). Parental stress was also significantly associated with a maternal history of childhood adversities. Focusing on the type of maltreatment practices, there were similar intergenerational transmission types: homotypic and heterotypic. Few studies have examined the protective factors that could buffer the negative impact of a maternal childhood history of adversities on later negative parenting.

scholarly journals Association between maternal childhood trauma and offspring childhood psychopathology: Mediation analysis from the ALSPAC cohort

2017 ◽  
Vol 211 (3) ◽  
pp. 144-150 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dominic T. Plant ◽  
Fergal W. Jones ◽  
Carmine M. Pariante ◽  
Susan Pawlby
Keyword(s):  
Childhood Maltreatment ◽  
Postnatal Depression ◽  
Parenting Practices ◽  
Psychosocial Interventions ◽  
Antenatal Depression ◽  
Childhood Experiences ◽  
History Of Childhood ◽  
Parents And Children ◽  
Adverse Childhood ◽  
History Of

BackgroundStudies have shown that a mother's history of childhood maltreatment is associated with her child's experience of internalising and externalising difficulties.AimsTo characterise the mediating pathways that underpin this association.MethodData on a mother's history of childhood maltreatment, depression during pregnancy, postnatal depression, maladaptive parenting practices and her child's experience of maltreatment and internalising and externalising difficulties were analysed in an Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children (ALSPAC) sample of 9397 mother–child dyads followed prospectively from pregnancy to age 13.ResultsMaternal history of childhood maltreatment was significantly associated with offspring internalising and externalising difficulties. Maternal antenatal depression, postnatal depression and offspring child maltreatment were observed to significantly mediate this association independently.ConclusionsPsychological and psychosocial interventions focused around treating maternal depression, particularly during pregnancy, and safeguarding against adverse childhood experiences could be offered to mothers with traumatic childhood histories to help protect against psychopathology in the next generation.

Current Posttraumatic Stress Symptoms Mediate the Relationship Between Adverse Childhood Experiences and Executive Functions

2021 ◽  
pp. 003329412097969
Author(s):  
Rachel A. Maja ◽  
Robyn E. Kilshaw ◽  
Mauricio A. Garcia-Barrera ◽  
Justin E. Karr
Keyword(s):  
Executive Function ◽  
Executive Functions ◽  
Posttraumatic Stress ◽  
Symptom Severity ◽  
Adverse Childhood Experiences ◽  
Childhood Experiences ◽  
History Of Childhood ◽  
Adverse Childhood ◽  
History Of ◽  
The Relationship

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are both associated with lower performances on executive function tasks. However, few researchers have evaluated ACEs, posttraumatic stress (PTS) symptoms, and executive function difficulties in conjunction. Using an online micropayment service, the current study assessed whether PTS symptoms mediated the relationship between ACEs and executive functions. In total, 83 participants (54.2% female, age: M = 28.86, SD = 7.71) were administered the ACE questionnaire, PTSD Checklist for DSM-5 (PCL-5), and the Executive Function Index (EFI). A higher number of reported ACEs was related to greater PTS symptom severity ( β = .40, p < .001) and worse self-rated executive functions ( β = –.32, p = .002). Controlling for the number of reported ACEs, current PTS symptom severity was related to worse executive functions ( β = –.45, p < .001). A bootstrapped 95% confidence interval (CI) indicated a significant indirect effect, β = –.18 (95% CI: –.30, –.08), by which current PTS symptoms mediated the relationship between the number of reported ACEs and executive functions. These results suggest that psychological interventions targeting PTS symptoms, in the context of a history of childhood trauma, may concurrently improve executive functions in adult populations.

scholarly journals 1268. Clinic Screening for Adverse Childhood Experiences among Persons with HIV: A Pilot Project

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. S456-S456
Author(s):  
Priyanka Anand ◽  
Bryce Carter ◽  
Abby Bronstein ◽  
Alexis Schwartz ◽  
Brittney Harrington ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
General Population ◽  
Childhood Trauma ◽  
Adverse Childhood Experiences ◽  
Clinical Care ◽  
Pilot Project ◽  
Childhood Experiences ◽  
History Of Childhood ◽  
Adverse Childhood ◽  
History Of

Abstract Background Childhood trauma has long-lasting implications for adult health as prior work in the general population linked ≥4 adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) to multiple negative health outcomes in adulthood. History of childhood trauma is prevalent in people living with HIV (PLWH); however, screening for history of childhood trauma is not routinely performed in HIV clinical care. Methods We conducted a single-center, cross-sectional quality improvement pilot project to (1) define the prevalence of ACEs in PLWH engaged in care and (2) improve linkage with mental health resources. We hypothesized the prevalence of ≥4 ACEs in PLWH would be >21%, the prevalence previously reported in the local, general population. Patients were approached in the course of routine clinical care at an urban, academic HIV outpatient clinic between October 2018 and April 2019 and offered screening for ACEs, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) using previously validated tools. Results Forty-nine patients completed the screening. Median age was 48 years [IQR: 37–55]; 69% were male and 53% were gay or bisexual. Most patients identified as black/African American (75%) and white (12%). Median ACEs score was 4 [IQR 1–6], with 51% (95% CI: 36–66%) reporting ≥4 ACEs (Figure 1), and most common ACE being guardian substance abuse (57%) (Figure 2). When compared with men, women had a higher median ACEs score (5 vs. 3, P = 0.04), history of childhood sexual abuse (67% vs. 26%, P <0.001), parent incarceration (53% vs. 24%, P = 0.04), and parental divorce or separation (73% vs. 41%, P = 0.04). Patients with ≥4 ACEs were more likely to have positive PTSD screens (56% vs. 21%, P = 0.02), moderate depression or greater (37% vs. 11%, P = 0.002), and were more likely to accept on-site mental health referral after screening (36% vs. 8%, P = 0.04). Acceptability of screening was deemed “very good” by patients, with median acceptability score 5 [IQR: 4–5] on a 5-point scale. Conclusion Over half of HIV+ patients screened in our clinic reported ≥4 ACEs, more than twice the prevalence of the general population. ACEs screening facilitated linkage of patients with high ACEs scores to mental healthcare. These results highlight the potential value of routine ACEs screening to enhance delivery of trauma-informed HIV primary care. Disclosures All authors: No reported disclosures.

scholarly journals Maternal history of adverse childhood experiences and ambulatory blood pressure in pregnancy

2020 ◽  
Vol Publish Ahead of Print ◽  
Author(s):  
Margaret H. Bublitz ◽  
Laura G. Ward ◽  
Meera Simoes ◽  
Laura R. Stroud ◽  
Myriam Salameh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Ambulatory Blood Pressure ◽  
Adverse Childhood Experiences ◽  
Maternal History ◽  
Childhood Experiences ◽  
Adverse Childhood ◽  
History Of ◽  
In Pregnancy

Adverse Childhood Experiences and Prevalence of Cigarette and E-Cigarette Use Among Adolescents in Bangkok, Thailand

2020 ◽  
Vol 32 (8) ◽  
pp. 398-405
Author(s):  
Takuma Ofuchi ◽  
Aye Myat Myat Zaw ◽  
Bang-on Thepthien
Keyword(s):  
Adverse Childhood Experiences ◽  
Multinomial Logistic Regression ◽  
Tobacco Product ◽  
Dual Use ◽  
Childhood Experiences ◽  
Adverse Childhood ◽  
Different Types ◽  
History Of ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Score Range

Currently, e-cigarettes are the most popular tobacco product among adolescents. The purpose of this study was to explore the relationship between exposure to adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and use of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and dual use in a sample of adolescents in Bangkok, Thailand. The sample comprises 6167 students from 48 schools (grades 9, 11, and vocational year 2) who participated in the 2019 round of the Behavior Surveillance Survey. History of 11 ACEs was used to calculate a cumulative ACE score (range 0-11). Multinomial logistic regression was used to assess the relationship between history of ACEs and smoking. In the sample, 7.0% reported using e-cigarettes only and 9.5% used e-cigarettes and cigarettes (dual use). After controlling for sociodemographic characteristics, history of ACEs was associated with increased odds of dual use. The odds of cigarette, e-cigarette, and dual use was significantly greater if the adolescent had a history of ≥4 ACEs. Special attention is needed to prevent smoking of different types among those with a history of ACEs.

scholarly journals Disparities in Adverse Childhood Experiences Among Individuals With a History of Military Service

2014 ◽  
Vol 71 (9) ◽  
pp. 1041 ◽  
Author(s):  
John R. Blosnich ◽  
Melissa E. Dichter ◽  
Catherine Cerulli ◽  
Sonja V. Batten ◽  
Robert M. Bossarte
Keyword(s):  
Adverse Childhood Experiences ◽  
Military Service ◽  
Childhood Experiences ◽  
Adverse Childhood ◽  
History Of

Adverse Childhood Experiences and Intimate Partner Violence; Findings From a Community Sample of Hispanic Young Adults

2021 ◽  
pp. 088626052110358
Author(s):  
Myriam Forster ◽  
Christopher J. Rogers ◽  
Bethany Rainisch ◽  
Timothy Grigsby ◽  
Carmen De La Torre ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Adverse Childhood Experiences ◽  
Negative Binomial ◽  
The United States ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Childhood Experiences ◽  
Adverse Childhood ◽  
History Of

In the United States, a substantial proportion of the adult population (36% of women and 34% of men) from all socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds report experiencing intimate partner violence (IPV) over the life course. Family risk factors have been linked to adolescent and young adult IPV involvement, yet few studies have examined the effect of multiple, co-occurring adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) in the stability and change of IPV behaviors over young adulthood—the period of highest risk for IPV. We investigated the relationship between the degree of ACE exposure and IPV victimization and perpetration at age 22 and two years later at age 24 among a sample of Hispanic young adults ( N= 1,273) in Southern California. Negative binomial regression models compared the incident rate ratio (IRR) of past-year verbal and physical IPV victimization and perpetration of respondents with 1–3 ACE and with ≥4 ACE to their peers who reported no history of ACE cross-sectionally (age 22) and longitudinally (age 24). At age 22, participants with 1–3 and ≥4 ACE were overrepresented in all IPV behaviors and had higher IRRs of verbal and physical victimization and perpetration compared to their peers with no ACE. By age 24, respondents with a history of ≥4 ACE were at significantly greater risk for escalating IPV behaviors over this time period than their peers with 1–3 ACE and no ACE. These findings highlight the importance of investing in coordinated efforts to develop strategies that help young people cope with the downstream effects of early life adversity. Research should continue to identify what individual, community, and cultural assets that promote resilience and are promising foci of IPV prevention approaches among vulnerable populations.

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