22.3 health impact of adverse childhood experiences (aces) and family protective factors in children

When children are exposed to adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), it is well-established that they are at risk for developing adult chronic health conditions such as heart disease, depression, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). There is emerging evidence that exposure to ACEs increases the risk of developing pediatric chronic conditions, including behavior problems, developmental delay, and obesity. One objective of this presentation will be to summarize my previously published work reporting the associations of ACEs exposure with obesity and the impact of family positive contextual factors on this relationship using data from the 2011 –2012 National Survey of Children’s Health.
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry - Category: Psychiatry Authors: Source Type: research