Abstract
BACKGROUND: Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with risk behaviors and adverse health outcomes in adulthood. Analysis of state-level ACE data can inform policymakers for childhood maltreatment prevention and well-being programs. We determined ACE prevalence and association with tobacco use and obesity among Nebraska adults....
CONCLUSIONS: ACEs are common and associated with disease risk factors among Nebraska adults. Strategies to identify children experiencing ACEs and provide effective interventions during childhood might reduce smoking and obesity in adulthood.
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