Chronic Childhood Trauma: Symptoms and Impact: A Meta-Synthesis

Abstract

This meta-synthesis reviews literature on childhood trauma. While we’re beginning to learn more about this vitally important subject, there are still steps that need to be taken. We know that trauma affects millions of kids in the United States. We know that if we address, the effects of many forms of trauma can be undone, or at least eased. We, as a nation, are not placing importance and value on the treatment of trauma in our children. Included in this meta-synthesis are examples of trauma symptoms, explained in terms of what we may see. Also, the importance of early identification of symptoms and treatment despite a possibility of not having a clinical diagnosis.