Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy (May 13, 2019). DOI:10.1037/tra0000468 Objective: Childhood trauma is associated with greater psychological problems and poorer quality of life (QOL). This study evaluates the effect of multiple types of childhood trauma on posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and QOL following cognitive processing therapy (CPT). Understanding how the breadth of traumatic experiences in childhood can influence psychosocial treatment outcomes may help to identify the unique needs of this population.. To read the full article, log in using your NHS OpenAthens details.