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Childhood Trauma's hidden toll on young minds revealed

NCT ID NCT05122988

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

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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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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

2,606 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Oct 2021

Finished

May 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

General population of 18 to 21 years old from the German speaking region of Switzerland. Adresses stem from the Swiss household survey and are provided by the Federal Statistical Office.

Ages

18 to 21 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 to 21, Living in German-speaking Switzerland, Internet Access Exclusion Criteria: * Insufficient mastery of German

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Conditions

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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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