Introduction: Adverse childhood experiences (ACE) such as sexual and physical abuse or
neglect are frequent in childhood and constitute a massive stressor with long-lasting …

Accumulating evidence shows that loneliness in psychosis is a major concern for patients, is
associated with poorer mental and physical health, and is a significant barrier to recovery …

Purpose Whilst it is generally accepted that supportive relationships facilitate recovery from
psychosis, much less is known about the role of romantic relationships in people with …

There is ample evidence showing that childhood maltreatment increases two to three fold
the risk of victimization in adulthood. Various risk factors, including posttraumatic stress …

The aim of this chapter is to review and update the available knowledge and nurture the
existing debate about the effects that intimate partner violence has upon women's mental …