Adverse Childhood Experiences Moderate the Relationship between Pain and Later Suicidality Severity Among Youth: A Longitudinal High-Risk Cohort Study

Pain in adolescence can lead to the development of serious mental health issues, including suicidality. This risk may be strengthened among youth exposed to more adverse childhood experiences (ACEs; abuse, neglect, household challenges). This longitudinal study examined the role of ACEs in the relationship between pain and later suicidality onset and severity among a cohort of adolescents at risk for developing mental health problems. Participants were 139 healthy youth (Mage=13.74 years, SD=1.56, 64% female) between the ages of 11-17 years, recruited based on parental history of depression or anxiety.
Source: The Journal of Pain - Category: Materials Science Authors: Tags: Original Reports Source Type: research