Positive Childhood Environments May Help Buffer the Physiological Effects of Adversity and Trauma

News Medical | Emily Henderson

“Physiological adaptability is a key component of physical and psychological well-being and resilience.”

Henderson explores a first-of-its-kind study conducted by Darcia Narvaez, emerita professor of psychology at the University of Notre Dame and doctoral student Mary Tarsha in which results show positive childhood experiences can help improve the effects of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on physiological health in adult women.

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