ASSOCIATIONS BETWEEN COMMUNITY VIOLENCE EXPOSURE IN CHILDHOOD AND SUBSTANCE USE AND ANXIETY DIAGNOSES IN YOUNG ADULTHOOD
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Author
Saviello, Nina E.Readers/Advisors
Fisher, Jacqueline M.Term and Year
Spring 2022Date Published
2022
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Abstract Previous research suggests that community violence exposure in childhood tends to be associated with more substance use and anxiety in early adulthood. This study attempted to replicate this previous research by administering self-report surveys to determine whether or not this association holds for Purchase College students. The results of this study supported previous research in the association between community violence exposure in childhood and substance use in early adulthood, but did not support previous research linking community violence to later anxiety disorders. This research suggests that community violence needs to be recognized as an impactful trauma that can cause substance use issues. This study is important to possibly help individuals who are impacted by community violence receive help if they struggle with substance use issues or with an anxiety disorder, by informing clinicians and the public about the long-term effects associated with community violence exposure. Keywords: childhood trauma, community violence, substance use, anxiety.Collections