The effects of childhood trauma on health and mental well-being in young adults
Childhood Mass Trauma Exposure, Inflammatory Programming, and Psychopathology in Young Adulthood
This study is looking at how tough experiences in childhood, like the trauma from 9/11, can affect your health later in life, and it aims to find ways to help those who went through these challenges.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York State Psychiatric Institute Dba Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, INC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10611859 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how exposure to childhood adversities and trauma can lead to long-term health issues, including both physical and psychiatric conditions. By utilizing a large longitudinal cohort study of children who experienced a shared trauma, specifically the events of 9/11, the research aims to understand the biological mechanisms linking these early experiences to later health outcomes. The study focuses on the immune and inflammatory responses that may be altered due to such trauma, potentially leading to significant health implications in adulthood. Through this approach, the research seeks to identify early intervention strategies for those affected by childhood trauma.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 12-20 who have experienced significant childhood adversities or trauma.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced any form of childhood trauma or adversity may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention and treatment strategies for individuals who experienced childhood trauma, ultimately enhancing their long-term health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promising results in understanding the links between childhood trauma and adult health outcomes, indicating that this approach is building on established findings.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York State Psychiatric Institute Dba Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, INC — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hoven, Christina W. — New York State Psychiatric Institute Dba Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, INC
- Study coordinator: Hoven, Christina W.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.