<unk> ly abused children are at risk for later interpersonal problems involving aggressive behavior, and adolescents are at a much greater risk for substance use disorders. In addition, symptoms of depression, emotional distress, and suicidal ideation are also common features of people who have been<unk> ly abused. Studies have also shown that children with a history of<unk>  may meet DSM-IV-TR criteria for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). As many as one-third of children who experience<unk>  are also at risk to become abusive as adults Researchers have pointed to other potential psycho-biological effects of child<unk>  on parenting, when abused children become adults. These recent findings may, at least in part, be carried forward by epigenetic changes that impact the regulation of stress physiology. Many other potentially important consequences of childhood<unk>  on adolescent and adult<unk>  and mental health and development have been documented via the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) studies.
Physical abuse
Self-harm
Psychological abuse
Child abuse
Sexual violence
Domestic violence
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Substance abuse