Trauma characterized by intention to harm is associated with children's reports of psychotic symptoms. Clinicians working with children who report early symptoms of psychosis should inquire about traumatic events such as maltreatment and bullying.
Childhood trauma and children's emerging psychotic symptoms: A genetically sensitive longitudinal cohort study.
Editorial: Abuse in Childhood and the Risk for Psychotic Symptoms in Later Life.
Am J Psychiatry. 2011 Jan
