Have you experienced childhood abuse or neglect by a caregiver?
This research study invites adults to share their personal experiences with spirituality, relationships, mental health, and childhood maltreatment.
Who can join?
Adults aged 18+ who are legally independent, fluent in English, and who have experienced at least one form of childhood maltreatment (physical abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, emotional neglect) by a caregiver.
Those with recent trauma exposure, a recent suicide attempt, or recent psychiatric hospitalization are encouraged not to participate.
Purpose
This study seeks to understand how adults who experienced childhood maltreatment by caregivers make sense of spirituality, healing, and meaning. The goal is to improve how clinicians and faith leaders support survivors in their spiritual journeys and promote post‑traumatic growth.
Confidentiality
All information shared will remain confidential.
The only identifying information collected will be IP addresses.
You may skip any question or end participation at any time without penalty.
At a Glance
Participation:
• Online survey (estimated 30 minutes)
Benefits:
• Opportunity to assist other survivors through insights gained from the study
• Access to de‑identified and published materials on the study results
Risks:
• Some questions may bring up emotional discomfort or upsetting memories
• If distress occurs, participants are encouraged to end the survey
Contact
Morgan Davie Morton, LCSW
Faculty Advisor: Jocelyn Shealy McGee, PhD, MSG, FGSA, HSP
Phone: 832‑403‑9533
Email: morgan_davie1@baylor.edu
Survey link:
https://baylor.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/S ... rmV9KgzVfE