Abstract
This study explores the link between the presence of childhood trauma and adult criminal behavior. In this study, four distinct categories of childhood trauma (physical abuse, sexual abuse, psychological abuse, and neglect) were examined. In addition, this study conducts a comparative analysis of the United States crime rate with that of Switzerland and Japan. This study examines and compares the policies utilized in ensuring the protection of child welfare. The ultimate goal is to provide research which may build a foundation that will assist in creating and improving policies which will ensure a child's psychological health.
Thesis Completion
2016
Semester
Summer
Thesis Chair/Advisor
Saunders, W. Steven
Degree
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
College
College of Sciences
Department
Psychology
Degree Program
Psychology
Location
Orlando (Main) Campus
Language
English
Access Status
Open Access
Release Date
August 2016
Recommended Citation
Kennie, Katie A., "The Study of the Adverse Effects of Childhood Maltreatment" (2016). Honors Undergraduate Theses. 81.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/honorstheses/81
Included in
Child Psychology Commons, Cognitive Psychology Commons, Developmental Psychology Commons, Experimental Analysis of Behavior Commons, Personality and Social Contexts Commons
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