To explore the relationship between Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE’s) and Quality of Life (QOL) in Women- A Quantitative Analysis

Abstract

This research sought to examine the connection between Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Quality of Life (QOL) in women using a quantitative research method. ACEs, encompassing different types of childhood maltreatment, neglect, and family instability, are broadly acknowledged as indicators of lasting psychological and physical health problems. The research sample included 100 women from the Delhi-NCR area, who filled out the standardized ACE Questionnaire (10 items) and the WHOQOL-BREF scale to evaluate quality of life in terms of physical, psychological, social, and environmental aspects. Descriptive statistics were computed, and Pearson correlation analysis was utilized to investigate the connection between ACEs and QOL. The findings showed a robust negative correlation (r = -0.961, p < .01), suggesting that elevated ACE scores are notably linked to reduced QOL. These results corroborate current research and theoretical models, emphasizing the lasting effects of childhood trauma on adult health. The research fills a significant gap by concentrating on women in a non-Western setting and highlights the necessity of trauma-informed care, timely screening, and support networks to improve the quality of life for women who have faced childhood difficulties.