Childhood Trauma's hidden toll on young minds revealed

NCT ID NCT05122988

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at how difficult childhood experiences before age 18 affect mental health and daily life in young adults aged 18 to 21. Over 2,600 participants from German-speaking Switzerland completed surveys about their well-being, emotions, and social functioning. The goal was to understand the links between early adversity and later psychological challenges, without providing any treatment.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to: If successful, this research could help identify how early trauma impacts mental health, pointing toward better prevention and support strategies.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to all populations.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Emotional Regulation

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ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Applied Science Northwestern Switzerland

Olten, 4600, Switzerland

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