Publisher's Synopsis
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) refer to some of the most intensive and frequently occurring sources of stress that children may suffer early in life. Such experiences include multiple types of abuse; neglect; violence between parents or caregivers; other kinds of serious household dysfunction such as alcohol and substance abuse; and peer, community, and collective violence.
It has been shown that considerable and prolonged stress in childhood has life-long consequences for a person's health and well-being. It can disrupt early brain development and compromise the functioning of the nervous and immune systems.
Although ACEs increase a person's risk of certain health conditions and behaviors in adulthood, they do not guarantee them. With support, children who face adverse events can learn to manage their experiences and lead meaningful lives.
In this book, we discuss ACEs in more detail, including the potential outcomes for people who experience them and methods of prevention.
Contents of this book:
The Impact of ACES
A Lifetime of Teachable Moments
Brick by Brick
Showing You Care
Hugging Your Children
Using Your Mirror
The Chain
Kindness is Never Wasted
Manners
Communication
Trust
The Reward
The Caring Divorce
Trayser Family Prayer
