From trauma to intimacy: Examining the link between childhood maltreatment and adult sexual functioning - The mediating role of self-criticism

CONCLUSIONS: The findings highlight the importance of self-criticism as a potential mechanism underlying the negative impact of childhood maltreatment on sexual functioning in adulthood. This knowledge can inform interventions and therapeutic approaches aimed at addressing self-criticism and improving sexual well-being in individuals with a history of childhood maltreatment.PMID:38350402 | DOI:10.1016/j.chiabu.2024.106663
Source: Child Abuse and Neglect - Category: Child Development Authors: Source Type: research