Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the Consequences
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are potentially traumatic events that occur before the age of 18. Although many different...
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EDUCATION
Our organization hopes to provide education on topics related to adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and parenting/discipline in the hopes of empowering those in our community to prevent ACEs and the negative life-long consequences they have on health and well-being. We continue to add articles and grow our educational content. If you have any questions/concerns about the information provided, please reach out via our contact form.
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
ACEs are potentially traumatic events that occur before the age of 18. There has been a wide array of studies on this topic demonstrating that there is a dose-dependent relationship between ACEs and negative health outcomes in adulthood. ACEs are not only associated with risky health behaviors such as smoking and problematic drug/alcohol use, but also seem to impact our genetic structure (such as epigenetics and telomere length).
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Parenting and Discipline
Parenting is hard. It is important to establish consistent boundaries in a way that is respectful and nurturing. There are a variety of techniques and guides to provide parenting that teaches empathy and self-worth and strengthens the relationship between you and your child. The goal of discipline is to teach skills to allow your child to make better decisions and improve their behavior moving forward.
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Child Abuse and Neglect
Child abuse and neglect is a major public health issue that causes life-long consequences on mental health, physical health, and opportunity. There is a large economic burden as well. Being informed is important for everyone in our communities, as raising awareness can help enact change. Everyone benefits when children are safe and nurtured.
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