Adverse Childhood Experiences and Depression: Do Left-Behind Families Place Children at Higher Risk in Rural China

ConclusionLBC not only suffered from a higher risk of ACEs but also showed better resilience to them. The inadequate coverage, deficient program design and underqualified professional of China children welfare services limited the amelioration of ACEs-related depression. This study suggests that mainland China should prioritize the risk of ACEs in parent-absent families, break the intrinsic link between ACEs and depression, and enhance the professionalism of social support.
Source: Journal of Family Violence - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Source Type: research