Emotional processing deficits mediate the association between adverse childhood experiences and CPTSD symptoms: the moderating role of perceived social support (opens in new tab)

BackgroundAdverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are robust predictors of adult psychopathology and have been strongly associated with complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD). While the association between ACEs and CPTSD is well established, the specific psychological mechanisms and external interpersonal protective factors shaping this developmental association remain insufficiently understood.MethodsThis study examined the mediating role of emotional processing deficits (EPD) and the m...