LASTING IMPACTS OF ACES ON DEPRESSION/SUICIDAL THINKING IN BLACK DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS: A WITHIN-GROUP ANALYSIS
2024
Impact of Childhood Trauma on Depression in Black Dementia Caregivers
Sample size: 101
publication
Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Browning Wesley, Yildiz Mustafa, Pickering Carolyn
Primary Institution: The University of Texas Health Science Center Houston
Hypothesis
Childhood trauma negatively affects mental health outcomes in Black dementia caregivers.
Conclusion
Childhood trauma is linked to higher rates of depression and suicidal thinking among Black dementia caregivers.
Supporting Evidence
- Childhood trauma was found to be a risk factor for clinically significant depression.
- Each form of childhood trauma was associated with increased daily depressive symptoms.
- Childhood trauma was linked to higher suicidal thinking among caregivers.
Takeaway
If someone had a tough childhood, it can make them feel really sad or think about hurting themselves later in life, especially if they are taking care of someone with dementia.
Methodology
Participants completed three waves of daily diary surveys over 21 days, and Generalized Linear Mixed Models were used to analyze the data.
Participant Demographics
Black dementia family caregivers.
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