The Relationship Between Childhood Trauma and Mental Health in Indian Undergraduate Students: A Cross-sectional Study

This study reveals a robust relationship between childhood trauma and mental health challenges among undergraduates, with emotional abuse, physical abuse, and emotional neglect emerging as key predictors of psychological distress. The findings highlight the urgent need for trauma-informed, gender-sensitive mental health interventions within academic institutions. Early screening and culturally tailored support services could play a pivotal role in mitigating the long-term impacts of adverse childhood experiences during the critical life phase of emerging adulthood.