Reflections of Parents Negative Childhood Experiences on Children’s Anxiety and Attention Levels Within the Context of Family Relationships
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Adverse childhood experiences, anxiety, attention, family relationships, parenting, psychological resilienceAbstract
This study is a qualitative review that aims to examine how family relationships, parents’ adverse childhood experiences, and psychological resilience levels are related to children’s attention and anxiety levels. Recent literature highlights that children’s psychological development is not only shaped by individual traits but also by relational dynamics within the family and the psychological history of caregivers. In this context, it is proposed that traumatic childhood experiences of parents can negatively impact their resilience and parenting styles, which in turn may affect children's emotional and cognitive development, including their attention span and anxiety levels.
Within the scope of this review, qualitative studies published between 2010 and 2024 were systematically analyzed from both national and international literature. The focus was placed on research exploring themes such as family interaction patterns, adverse childhood experiences , psychological resilience, attention, and anxiety. Thematic and content analysis methods were used to synthesize and interpret the findings, which were then categorized under meaningful thematic headings.
Findings reveal that positive family communication, supportive parenting, and high parental psychological resilience are associated with increased attention and lower anxiety in children. Conversely, parents who experienced emotional neglect, trauma, or insecure attachment in their own childhoods are more likely to exhibit maladaptive parenting behaviors, which may contribute to attention deficits and heightened anxiety in their children. Psychological resilience emerges as a protective factor for both parents and children in managing stress and emotional regulation.
This qualitative literature review offers a holistic perspective on the psychological mechanisms linking intergenerational experiences with child outcomes. The results underscore the importance of considering both relational and historical dimensions of parenting in psychological assessments and interventions. It is recommended that parent-focused psychoeducational and support programs be developed to strengthen parental resilience and enhance child mental health outcomes.
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