How a pandemic could advance the science of early adversity
Short Summary: This viewpoint article discusses the COVID-19 pandemic and its potential impact on families' wellbeing. The COVID-19 pandemic has created severe stressors and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), particularly for ethnoracially and socioeconomically marginalized families. Families with a history of severe stress exposure may be particularly impacted by pandemic stressors. Researchers can use the scientific evidence of early childhood research to develop empirically supported interventions for adversity-exposed children and families during the pandemic.
Authors: Roubinov D, Bush NR, Boyce W.