The Relationship Between Adverse Childhood Experiences, Resilience Factors and Academic Performance in College Students

Author

Marie Baird, The University Of MontanaFollow

Graduation Year

2024

Graduation Month

May

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Arts

School or Department

Psychology

Major

Psychology

Faculty Mentor Department

Psychology

Faculty Mentor

Rachel Williamson

Keywords

adverse childhood experiences, resilience, academic achievement

Subject Categories

Social and Behavioral Sciences

Abstract

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are linked to many different chronic illnesses and mental health issues. Previous research suggests that resilience factors may mitigate negative outcomes associated with ACEs. The purpose of this project is to investigate the relationship between ACEs, resilience, and grade point average (GPA) in college students. Participants completed an online survey consisting of questions from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) Module, the Resilience Scale for Adults (RSA), and a question assessing current grade point average and age. Correlation analysis was used to assess the association between the measured variables. The results of this study suggest that there is a positive correlation between adverse childhood experiences and GPA. This relationship may reflect unaccounted for resilience factors related to the pursuit of higher education and academic achievement.

Honors College Research Project

Yes

GLI Capstone Project

no

Recommended Citation

Baird, Marie, "The Relationship Between Adverse Childhood Experiences, Resilience Factors and Academic Performance in College Students" (2024). Undergraduate Theses, Professional Papers, and Capstone Artifacts. 489.
https://scholarworks.umt.edu/utpp/489