So, what are ACEs?
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are Potentially Traumatic events that occur before the age of 18. Aces Include:
Recurrent physical, sexual or emotional abuse
Emotional or physical neglect
Domestic violence between parents
Alcoholic parent(s)
Substance abusing parent(s)
Incarcerated family member
Living with someone who is chronically depressed
Suicidal, institutionalized or mentally ill family member
Living with one or no biological parents (includes divorce)
Chronic or terminally ill family member
Loss of a family member or close friend
Bullying
Inability to afford food and housing
Homelessness
Experiencing racism
Violent neighborhood
Weather related issues (e.g. hurricane, tornado)
Pandemic