The Moderating Role of Social Support on the Cortisol Stress Response of Expectant Fathers Exposed to Adverse Childhood Experiences

ConclusionsThe apparent dosing effect of social support on the ACEs-cortisol relationship has important implications for parenting, as the buffering effect of social support may reduce the potential for harsh or insensitive parenting among fathers with high ACEs.

Source: Journal of Family Violence - April 29, 2023 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Source Type: research