Childhood sexual violence and sleep disturbances in adulthood: Findings from a large French population-based study (CONSTANCES)

Key Points

• This research aims to explore the correlation between childhood sexual violence and sleep disturbances experienced in adulthood.
• Analyzed data from a large French population-based study
• Assessed prevalence of sleep disturbances
• Examined types of childhood sexual violence and their adult impacts
• Victims of childhood sexual violence show increased odds of sleep disturbances in adulthood
• Particularly significant among those who experienced rape
• Findings highlight the lasting effects of childhood trauma on adult health.