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Adverse Childhood Experiences and Police Contact in Canada
Childhood trauma can increase a person's risk of negative police encounters. Canadian research suggests adverse childhood experiences are linked to police contact, including instances of intrusion or harassment.
Developmental Neuroscience Informs Policy Related to Migrant and Refugee Children’s Mental Health
Over half of the world's migrants and refugees are children, facing significant trauma before, during, and after migration. These experiences can profoundly impact their well-being, leading to mental health conditions.
Trauma and Remembering: From Neuronal Circuits to Molecules
PTSD is a disorder of learning and memory, impacting how individuals process and recall traumatic events. More than half of those with PTSD also experience other serious health issues.
Perceptions of Interrogation Tactics in Juvenile False Confessions
This article finds that jurors often misunderstand how juvenile status and certain interrogation tactics increase false confessions. They also tend to prioritize confessions, even coerced ones, over other evidence.