Importance Childhood adversity (CA) is a powerful determinant of long-term physical and
mental health that is associated with elevated risk for chronic disease and psychopathology …

Introduction Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with early mortality and
morbidity. This study evaluated the association among ACEs, high-risk health behaviors …

Objective Identifying the life course health effects of childhood adversity is a burgeoning
area of research, particularly in relation to cardiovascular disease (CVD). However …

Background An increasing number of studies are identifying associations between adverse
childhood experiences (ACEs) and ill health throughout the life course. We aimed to …

Background Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), including child abuse and family
dysfunction, are linked to leading causes of adult morbidity and mortality. Most prior ACE …

Importance Early adversity is associated with leading causes of adult morbidity and mortality
and effects on life opportunities. Objective To provide an updated prevalence estimate of …

Abstract Objective Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with myriad health
conditions and risk behaviors in both adolescents and adults. In this study we examine the …

Introduction: Adverse childhood experiences, such as violence victimization, substance
misuse in the household, or witnessing intimate partner violence, have been linked to …

Childhood adversity, characterized by abuse, neglect, and household dysfunction, is a
problem that exerts a significant impact on individuals, families, and society. Growing …

Importance Child maltreatment and other adverse childhood experiences, especially when
recent and ongoing, affect adolescent health. Efforts to intervene and prevent adverse …