We All Play a Role in Preventing Childhood Trauma

Preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences

Learn how you can help create healthier childhoods and brighter futures for everyone.

Adverse Childhood Experiences—commonly known as ACEs—affect children and families across all communities. ACEs come in many forms, from abuse and neglect to household challenges (e.g., intimate partner violence, household substance abuse, or parental separation or divorce). They can have long-term effects on health, wellness, and life opportunities.

However, ACEs are preventable.