Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Laura Proctor"
- Laura Proctor's research primarily focuses on the impacts of child maltreatment on various health behaviors and outcomes in youth, exploring connections between emotional and physical abuse and issues like smoking, substance use, and risky sexual behavior.
- Her studies utilize longitudinal data to assess how early adverse experiences influence later behaviors, revealing that maltreated youth have a higher likelihood of initiating substance use at younger ages and engaging in risky sexual behaviors.
- Proctor also investigates the resilience of high-risk children and highlights the importance of understanding both negative outcomes and the factors contributing to positive adaptation in youth facing adversity.
