the Trauma and ADHD overlap
As a healthcare professional, you may encounter children who struggle with focus, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. While these behaviours are often associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), they can also be signs of childhood trauma.
ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EVENT STUDIES (ACE)
A growing body of research demonstrates the profound and long-lasting impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) on physical and mental health outcomes.1 One systematic review and meta-analysis found that with each additional ACE, the odds of developing multimorbidity increase by 12.9% (95% CI: 7.9–17.9%).2 This highlights the cumulative toll of early adversity across multiple body systems
Perfectionism
As medical professionals, you're likely familiar with the immense pressures many individuals face today. One insidious mindset that's increasingly prevalent and debilitating is unhealthy perfectionism. This isn't about striving for excellence; it's about setting unrealistic standards for oneself.
Trauma in Adults
Recent data suggest that between 57% and 75% of Australians will experience at least one potentially traumatic event in their lifetime. Around 11% will meet criteria for PTSD at some point.²