The long-term impact of adverse childhood experiences on episodic memory in mid- to late-life among US older adults

Key Points

• Poorer episodic memory is associated with experiencing three or more adverse childhood experiences.
• Individuals with three or more adverse experiences before age 18 reported significantly lower memory performance.
• The analysis focuses on older adults in the US, emphasizing the long-term cognitive effects of childhood trauma.
• Implications highlight the need for trauma-informed interventions to promote better brain health in this population.