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Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are traumatic events occurring during childhood, including abuse, neglect, or household dysfunction, which can profoundly impact a person’s physical, emotional, and social well-being. These experiences often lead to increased risks of mental health issues, substance abuse, chronic conditions, and challenges in forming healthy relationships later in life.
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The Center for Nutritional Psychology. (2024). Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). In Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology. The Center for Nutritional Psychology.
https://www.nutritional-psychology.org/encyclopedia/adverse-childhood-experiences-aces/
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