This short video summarizes one of the most important childhood research studies to date. ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) research provides conclusive scientific evidence of a link between extreme childhood trauma (such as sexual abuse, alcoholic caregivers, divorce, bullying, family violence) and acute social, psychological and physical health problems later in life (such as depression, drug use, alcoholism, obesity, suicide, abusive parenting, criminal behavior, early death). 64% of adult

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are potentially traumatic events that occur in childhood. Preventing ACEs, such as experiencing abuse or witnessing violence, could improve lifelong health. ACEs are linked to 14 negative outcomes. Learn how to prevent ACEs in CDC’s new Vital Signs report: http://bit.ly/VitalSignsACEs | CDC