ACOA: Breaking Cycles of Childhood Trauma
ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS (ACOA) The Core Definition of ACoA Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACoA) refers to adults who grew up in a household where one or both parents or guardians struggled with a significant alcohol use disorder, commonly known as alcoholism. This term encompasses a broad range of experiences, recognizing that the chronic presence […]
ACOA Syndrome: Breaking the Cycle of Childhood Trauma
ACOA Syndrome: An Overview Abstract ACOA Syndrome is a condition characterized by a pattern of maladaptive behaviors and psychological distress experienced by adult children of alcoholics (ACOAs). This article provides an overview of ACOA Syndrome, including its definition, common characteristics, and potential interventions. The literature on ACOA Syndrome is reviewed and current research gaps are […]