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Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

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Verified for the 2027 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Traumatic or stressful experiences during childhood that serve as sources of stress and can have lasting effects on physical and mental health throughout the lifespan.

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Topic 5.1: 5.1 Introduction to Health Psychology

Unit 5

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