Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Long-term impact refers to the lasting effects or consequences that occur over an extended period of time after experiencing something significant or traumatic.
Related terms
Delayed Effects: Delayed effects refer to outcomes that may not manifest immediately but become apparent after some time has passed.
Cumulative Effects: Cumulative effects describe how repeated exposure or experiences can result in gradually increasing impacts over time.