Introduction Childhood trauma is a risk factor for the development of psychosis. Furthermore,
a number of theories propose specific mechanisms by which childhood trauma may …

A spectrum of severity of paranoia (unfounded thoughts that others are deliberately
intending to cause harm) exists within the general population. This is unsurprising: deciding …

Background Advances in human development sciences point to tremendous possibilities to
promote healthy child development and well-being across life by proactively supporting …

The theory and practice of psychiatric diagnosis are central yet contentious. This paper
examines the heterogeneous nature of categories within the DSM-5, how this heterogeneity …

Childhood trauma (CT) has been identified as a potential risk factor for the onset of psychotic
disorders. However, to date, there is limited consensus with respect to which symptoms may …

Background Studies suggest strong links between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)
and poor adult health and social outcomes. However, the use of such studies in non-US …

BackgroundThe DSM-5 features hundreds of diagnoses comprising a multitude of
symptoms, and there is considerable repetition in the symptoms among diagnoses. This …

Background Two discourses exist in mental health research and practice. The first focuses
on the limitations associated with disability arising from mental disorder. The second focuses …

Purpose Persecutory delusions are a central psychotic experience, at the severe end of a
paranoia spectrum in the general population. The aim of the review is to provide an …

Abstract Background Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) negatively impact people's
physical and mental health and social functioning. Research literature focuses on the impact …