A Longitudinal Study of the Effects of Childhood Trauma on Symptoms and Functioning of People with Severe Mental Health Problems

作者：Davidson Gavin; Shannon Ciaran^*; Mulholland Ciaran; Campbell Jim

来源：Journal of Trauma & Dissociation, 2009, 10(1): 57-68.

DOI：10.1080/15299730802485169

• trauma
• psychosis
• psychosocial functioning
• psychiatric symptoms

This study examines the relationship between childhood trauma and the psychiatric symptoms and psychosocial functioning of adults with severe mental health problems. Participants (n = 31) were recruited from the caseloads of community mental health services in Northern Ireland and assessed at baseline, 9 months, and 18 months. More than half had a history of childhood trauma (n = 17). There were no differences between the no childhood trauma (n = 14) and childhood trauma groups on psychiatric symptoms, but a significant relationship was found between trauma history and all aspects of social functioning. Those with no history of trauma showed improved psychosocial functioning over time, whereas those with a history of trauma deteriorated. These findings have implications for current service provision.

• 出版日期2009