Mechanisms by which childhood adversity influences problem behavior in deaf adolescents

Deaf youth with problem behaviors often say they have experienced childhood adversity. In order to explore the mechanisms by which childhood adversity affects problem behavior, this study administered a questionnaire to 700 deaf youth, comprising the Childhood Environment Scale, Life History Strategies Scale, Intertemporal Choice Questionnaire, and Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire. The findings revealed a strong and positive correlation between childhood adversity and behavioral issues. In addition, life history strategy and intertemporal choice acted as chain mediators of the link between childhood adversity and problem behavior. Thus, life history strategy and intertemporal choice interventions could offer effective approaches to addressing behavioral issues in deaf adolescents.