Adverse Childhood Experiences as a Contributing Factor to Power Imbalance in the Intimate Relationships of heterosexual Black women: A scoping review

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Authors: Krystal Ansah
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Abstract

Research has shown the lingering effect of childhood adversities on an individual's life. The purpose of this scoping review is to map out any existing relationships between adverse childhood experiences and the sexual relationship power(decision-making dominance and relationship control) portrayed by Black women.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Child Abuse and Trauma Attachment and Relationship Dynamics Sexual Assault and Victimization Studies

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Publication date
9 January 2026
Document type
Preprint