What Do We Know?

Studies show that those who have experienced four or more adverse childhood experiences, or ACEs, are more likely to develop substance-related disorders. ACEs typically fall under three categories: abuse, neglect, and household dysfunction.

Some examples of ACEs are:

• Parental separation or divorce
• Substance use or mental health problems in the household
• Incarceration of a parent or close family member
• Neglect from caretakers
• Physical, emotional, and/or sexual abuse
• Suicide or attempted suicide by a family member
• Intimate partner violence or abuse of a caretaker

Learn more about this topic from the American Counseling Association’s article, The intersection of childhood trauma and addiction.

How Can We Help?

ACE assessments are implemented into our treatment plans at Aloha House and Malama Family Recovery Center. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, contact MBHR to learn more about our services and how we can help you or a loved one on the journey to recovery.

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