Association between adverse childhood experiences and post-COVID-19 conditions: Evidence from 27 countries

Abstract The association of Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) with post-COVID-19 conditions among older adults remains unclear. The study used cross-national samples of 27 countries to examine the association between ACEs and post-COVID-19 conditions among European and Israeli older adults. Our results suggest that moderate ACE exposure (2 ACEs) may be associated with lower odds of post-COVID-19 conditions in later life. Among specific ACEs, neglect by parents was associated with lower odds of post-COVID-19 conditions.