People who experienced childhood adversity had poorer Covid-19 outcomes, new study shows

Adults who experienced childhood trauma, including abuse and neglect, are at a higher risk of death and hospitalization due to Covid-19. A study of 150,000 adults in the UK found that those with the most childhood trauma had a 25% higher likelihood of death and a 22% increase in hospitalization from Covid-19. These findings emphasize the long-lasting effects of childhood stress on health. The study also suggests that childhood trauma should be considered a risk factor for Covid-19 and other diseases. Future research will explore the connection between childhood trauma and other health outcomes, including long Covid.