Date of Award
2015
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science in Psychology
Specialization
Behavioral Science
Department
Psychology
First Advisor
Ellen Flannery-Schroeder
Abstract
Childhood trauma is an event than can cause emotional, psychological, and psychosocial disruption. Research has found several strong associated outcomes including anxiety and disrupted autonomy development, particularly among college age students. The present study examined the relationship between childhood trauma and autonomy development and the role of anxiety in that relationship. Several other models were tested examining the possible gender effects and trauma subtypes. While childhood trauma was associated with both anxiety and diminished autonomy, there was no evidence supporting that anxiety was a mediator in this relationship. Discussed below are possible explanations as to why this relationship was not found as well as directions for future research.
Recommended Citation
Farrow, Michael L.M., "Childhood Trauma and Autonomy in College Students: Does Anxiety Mediate This Relationship?" (2015). Open Access Master's Theses. Paper 602.
https://digitalcommons.uri.edu/theses/602
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