1 Article by Terri L Weaver
Self-Deprivation: A Proposal for a Maladaptive Behavioral Outcome for Survivors of Childhood Maltreatment.
Journal of child & adolescent trauma – March 01, 2025
Summary
Childhood maltreatment can lead to surprising self-harming behaviors, such as neglecting self-care. A study of 120 adults revealed that those with a history of abuse often engaged in self-deprivation—intentionally avoiding self-care as a form of harm. This insight highlights the complex ways trauma impacts well-being and underscores the importance of understanding these behaviors for better support and healing.
Abstract
Childhood maltreatment is associated with significant psychological distress and coping-related maladaptive behaviors that can extend into adulthoo...