How Childhood Affects Adulthood?

Prior research has demonstrated that childhood experiences affect individual health in adulthood. For example, individuals who experience numerous ACEs early in their childhood are at risk for developing depression, anxiety, substance abuse habits, and detrimental health behaviors as they mature into adulthood [23].

How does childhood stress affect adulthood?

Children who are exposed to abuse and trauma may develop what is called 'a heightened stress response'. This can impact their ability to regulate their emotions, lead to sleep difficulties, lower immune function, and increase the risk of a number of physical illnesses throughout adulthood.

How does adverse childhood experiences affect adulthood?

Research consistently links ACES to adult-life physical, emotional, and relational issues. The higher a person's ACES score is, the more likely that person is to experience physical ailments like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.