Childhood Trauma and Emotional Regulation among Young Adults

This study looks at the childhood trauma and emotional regulation among young adults aged 18 to 30. Adopting a quantitative, cross-sectional design, the research integrates both correlational and comparative approaches to examine whether childhood trauma influences emotional regulation abilities and whether these experiences differ across genders. A total of 100 participants were selected using a convenience sampling technique. The data were collected through an online survey comprising two validated instruments: the Childhood Trauma Questionnaire (CTQ-28) and the Difficulties in Emotion Regulation Scale (DERS-18). Statistical analyses, including descriptive statistics and inferential tests, were conducted using SPSS to assess the strength of relationships and group differences. The findings aim to contribute to the understanding of how early adverse experiences may shape emotional regulation capacities in adulthood and to highlight any gender-based disparities in trauma exposure and emotional functioning. These insights can inform mental health interventions and policies focused on emotional well-being among young adults.