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Childhood Adversity Clouds Teens' Perception of Safety

5/17/2025

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Adolescents who experienced childhood adversity struggle to differentiate between safety and danger, according to a study in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry. Analyzing 119 teens, researchers found that this confusion heightens fear and escalates mental health risks, underscoring the profound impact of early trauma on emotional development.

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Adolescents who experienced childhood adversity struggle to differentiate between safety and danger, according to a study in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry. Analyzing 119 teens, researchers found that this confusion heightens fear and escalates mental health risks, underscoring the profound impact of early trauma on emotional development.