The Lasting Effects of Childhood Trauma: Causes, Impacts, and Intervention Strategies

Michelle Indarto Susanto; Augustina Sulastri

doi:10.35134/jpsy165.v18i4.629

Authors

Michelle Indarto Susanto Universitas Katolik Soegijapranata https://orcid.org/0009-0002-6086-3396
Dr. Augustina Sulastri Universitas Katolik Soegijapranata https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0107-7590

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35134/jpsy165.v18i4.629

Keywords:

parental abuse, childhood trauma, inner wound, aggressive behavior, self-resilience, forgiveness

Abstract

Childhood trauma is mainly caused by events that threaten a child’s growth, and development. It has a significant impact on children’s well-being. The high suicide rate comes from trauma factors that trigger self-harming behavior. Children who experience trauma are at risk of developing anxiety, eating disorders, sleep disorders, and suicidal thoughts. This study aimed to investigate the causes, and consequences of childhood trauma, as well as potential interventions for parents, and institutions. Using a scoping review method, we analyzed existing literature to identify the root causes of childhood trauma. Our findings suggest that psychological distress in children can persist into adulthood, leading to changes in attitudes, and behavior. Fortunately, psychological based interventions, such as Play Therapy, Forgiveness, and Self Resilience strategies can help mitigate the effects of childhood trauma.

Author Biographies

Michelle Indarto Susanto, Universitas Katolik Soegijapranata

Mahasiswa di Universitas Katolik Soegijapranata,Fakultas Psikologi, lahir pada tanggal 29 Oktober, 2004 di Kota Semarang. Mahasiswa Program Sarjana Psikologi, angkatan 2022 di Universitas Katolik Soegijapranata(SCU).

Dr. Augustina Sulastri, Universitas Katolik Soegijapranata

SINTA ID : 6012634
Sinta score: 550
Scopus H-index: 3
Google Scholar H-index : 6

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