1773 × 1321 Definition and Physiology of Illness Childhood trauma is an alarming issue that scientists are still exploring the effects of from a biological and social standpoint. According to the CDC, childhood trauma is defined as  is “children under the age of 18 may be exposed to abuse and neglect by a parent, caregiver, or another person in a custodial role (e.g., clergy, coach, teacher). There are four common types of child abuse and neglect and these constitute as physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, and neglect” (Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention, Center for Disease...