Think Science: Adverse Childhood Experiences (Discussion) [tpr.org]

Rafael Maravilla(PACEs Connection Staff) 9/29/194:35 PM

By Nathan Cone, Texas Public Radio, September 28 ,2019

A hard childhood leaves behind more than just painful memories. Chronic health issues like heart disease, depression, substance abuse, and even cancer have been linked to adverse childhood experiences such as divorce, parental death, abuse, absentee parents, or a family member’s incarceration. Researchers today are making the connections, and looking for ways to help children along the way before they reach adulthood, such as teaching and building resilience early in life.

At our next Think Science panel discussion, we’ll talk to two professionals on the front line of research and treatment for Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).

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Andi FetznerMember

What an important event! Will this be broadcast or recorded?

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