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Adverse Childhood Experiences, also known and ACES are common and the effects can add up over time. However, ACES can be prevented! Everyone can recognize challenges that families face and offer support and encouragement to reduce stress.
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Did you know 1 in 6 adults experienced four or more types of ACEs and at least 5 of the top 10 leading causes of death are associated with ACES? Preventing ACES can help children and adults thrive and potentially reduce risky behaviors like smoking and heavy drinking.
Like Joel, far too many youth experience ACES; the Handle With Care program has helped mitigate the negative effects of ACES. Please support and bring awareness to this important cause!

ACES Survivor: Joel Like Joel, far too many youth experience “ACES”, short for Adverse Childhood Experiences.The Handle with Care program has helped mitigate the negative effect...

Like Mariel, far too many youth experience “ACES”, short for Adverse Childhood Experiences.
The Handle with Care program has helped mitigate the negative effects of ACES. Partnerships between law enforcement and schools can help provide a safe, supportive environment for children exposed to ACES. Please visit the Handle With Care Youtube page for more resources on trauma, ACES, and ACES survivor testimonials.
https://youtu.be/_dBoYg0r6Go

ACES Survivor: Mariel Like Mariel, far too many youth experience “ACES”, short for Adverse Childhood Experiences.The Handle with Care program has helped mitigate the negative effe...

Like Mariel, far too many youth experience “ACES”, short for Adverse Childhood Experiences.
The Handle with Care program has helped mitigate the negative effects of ACES. Partnerships between law enforcement and schools can help provide a safe, supportive environment for children exposed to ACES. Please visit the Handle With Care Youtube page for more resources on trauma, ACES, and ACES survivor testimonials.

https://youtu.be/_dBoYg0r6Go

ACES Survivor: Mariel Like Mariel, far too many youth experience “ACES”, short for Adverse Childhood Experiences.The Handle with Care program has helped mitigate the negative effe...

Thank you .christina_ for this powerful post- there is no necessity in finding “meaning” in your trauma. Not all traumas are deserved, or is a stepping stone to personal growth. Rather, it is important to be able to find ways to overcome the past traumas to help you become a better and stronger you.

What is Handle With Care? This video will explain how the Handle With Care program works and how it is able to effectively address children's needs and promote positive outcomes.

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You may come across a friend or loved one who has experienced trauma, and may be asking “what can I do to support or help?” This infographic provides a number of ways that you can support your loved ones through their trauma. (Repost via )

It can be difficult to express, internalize, and reflect on personal emotions, but know that it is okay to take the time you need to be in tune with your emotions— good or bad, happy or sad. And everything in between!

It can be difficult to express, internalize, and reflect on personal emotions, but know that it is okay to take the time you need to be in tune with your emotions— good or bad, happy or sad. And everything in between 😇 #traumainformedcare #managingemotions #selfhealth #selfcare

Important reminder that emotions are okay to express, and that they also fluctuate. Bad and sad days won’t last forever; there is always light at the end of the tunnel


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Important reminder that emotions are okay to express, and that they also fluctuate. Bad and sad days won’t last forever; there is always light at the end of the tunnel #emotionmanagement #aces #children #family #growth #development Repost @swatercolour

Where there is suffering, there is healing

Repost @mytherapycorner Where there is suffering, there is healing #traumainformedcare#selflove #healing

Oftentimes we expend much time and energy on others at the expense of our own health- this can lead to something called “compassion fatigue.”

Compassion fatigue is the residual emotional strain felt or taken on by helping others or working with those who have suffered or are suffering from traumatic experiences. This can lead to exhaustion (mental, physical, emotional), isolation, loss of hope, and other negative effects. Compassion fatigue is preventable and curable though! It is important to take care of yourself- take a vacation, get enough sleep, exercise, eat healthy, do an activity you enjoy, spend time with people you love, etc. It is important to note that you can’t help others unless you help yourself first!

What are ACEs?

ACEs stand for “Adverse Childhood Experiences” and are traumatic/stressful events experienced by children under the age of 18. Traumatic events include instances of abuse, neglect, and/or household dysfunction.

Why is this important? The number of ACEs a person experiences through their childhood can lead to negative effects such as social/emotional/cognitive impairment, adoption of high risk behaviors, disease, and even early death. Addressing ACEs and building resiliency in children is important to help develop the children in our communities to be the best version of themselves that they can be.

A growing number of health leaders agree that the biggest health issue of our generation is recognizing the lifelong effects of growing up with violence, neglect and other forms of childhood trauma. In this video, doctors and health care leaders from across the U.S. explain how childhood adversity is linked to health problems later in life and ends up being a major driver of rising health care costs. And they outline solutions aimed at building resilience so that children and families can thrive.

Childhood Trauma: America’s Hidden Health Crisis A growing number of health leaders agree that the biggest health issue of our generation is recognizing the lifelong effects of growing up with violence, neg...