Document Type
Poster
Publication Title
Northrop Grumman Engineering & Science Student Design Showcase
Abstract
• College students with more exposure to Adverse Child Experiences (ACEs) –the culmination of unique negative or traumatic life events before the age of 18 –are at increased risk for academic, physical health, and mental health problems related to student success. • Gresham and Karatekin(2023) found that ACEs had an indirect effect on academic problems through increased psychological distress. • Additional channels of ACE-related risk leading to negative academic outcomes include higher levels of depressive and stress symptoms, health problems, and family dysfunction or difficulties (Hinjosa et al., 2018; Underwood et al., 2024). • Healthy practices (e.g., regular exercise, sleep, eating healthy, mindfulness meditation) that reduce stress and promote mental wellness could be key to reducing the risk ACEs pose for college students (Burke, 2018).
Publication Date
4-25-2025
Recommended Citation
Clark, Anna, "Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), Physical Fitness, and Student Mental Well-Being in Athletes vs. Non-Athletes" (2025). Psychology Student Publications. 9.
https://repository.fit.edu/psy_student/9
Comments
Advisors: Travis W. Conradt, Brandon May