Adverse childhood Experiences (ACEs) are potentially traumatic events that occur in childhood between the ages of 0-17 years. They can have a tremendous impact on future health and opportunity. ACEs are linked to chronic health problems, mental illness and substance use in adolescence and adulthood. However, ACEs can be prevented.
In this podcast family therapeutic support worker Molly Clifford unravels the potential damage and impact that can be caused by adverse childhood experiences in adult life, and how through support, education and understanding ACEs can be prevented.
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