Adult frequent presentation to emergency departments and adverse childhood experiences: a scoping review

Extensive literature reports the influence of childhood adversity on adult health, however few studies have explored these life antecedents in people who frequently present to the emergency department. This review synthesizes literature exploring childhood adversity influences on emergency department presentations, if and how it is identified, and interventions addressing the health care needs of this group.
Source: Australasian Emergency Nursing Journal - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: Systematic Review Source Type: research