Unveiling the pernicious consequences of trauma in childhood: A study on the relationships between adverse childhood experiences and children’s wellbeing and attachment styles in young adults

Abstract

This study delves into the intricate connections among childhood trauma, psychological well- being, and adult attachment styles in young adults, aiming to illuminate their interrelatedness and implications for mental health. By examining a group of young adults, data was gathered through self-report measures assessing childhood trauma, psychological well-being, and adult attachment styles. The results uncover a significant negative association between psychological well-being and adult attachment styles (r = -.217, p < .05), indicating that individuals with more insecure attachment styles tend to report lower levels of psychological well-being. Moreover, although childhood trauma did not directly correlate significantly with adult attachment styles (r = -.069, p > .05), it displayed a weak negative correlation with psychological well-being (r = -.092, p > .05). These findings emphasize the necessity of taking attachment types into account when assessing the influence of childhood trauma on adolescents and young adults' psychological well-being. They also emphasize the significance of tailored treatment approaches that address both attachment issues and trauma experiences toenhance psychological well-being. This study adds to the growing body of research on the complicated relationship between experiences in childhood, attachment styles, and psychological outcomes, establishing the framework for additional research into effective intervention and preventive measures.