September 5, 2025BMC PsychologyOpen Access

The link of adverse childhood experiences and attachment to maladaptive personality traits in adults diagnosed with substance use disorder

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Maladaptive personality traits serve as a key connecting point between adverse childhood experiences and relational patterns.
92% of the clinical sample reported adverse childhood experiences, with significant correlations found between multiple variables.
Attachment anxiety and avoidance were associated with various maladaptive personality traits, indicating complex interrelations.
Trauma-informed and personality-focused therapeutic approaches may enhance intervention effectiveness for individuals with substance use disorders.

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Exploratory network analysis reveals significant connections between attachment and maladaptive traits in adults with substance use disorders.

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Exploratory network analysis reveals significant connections between attachment and maladaptive traits in adults with substance use disorders.