![What are ACES?](images/what.png)
![How common are ACES?](images/common.png)
![How do ACES affect our lives?](images/affect.png)
Use the scroll bar below to compare the affects of ACEs on our lives. Rollover the circles to get more detailed information. Additionally, you can click the circle icons on the left tool bar to turn the issue circles on or off and filter the chart comparison.
BEHAVIORS | |
LACK OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY | |
SMOKING | |
ALCOHOLISM | |
DRUG USE | |
MISSED WORK | |
PHYSICAL & MENTAL HEALTH | |
SEVERE OBESITY | |
DIABETES | |
DEPRESSION | |
SUICIDE ATTEMPTS | |
STDS | |
HEART DISEASE | |
CANCER | |
STROKE | |
COPD | |
BROKEN BONES |
![Chart](images/chartControls.png)
*Having an ACE score of zero does not imply an individual
could not have other risk factors for these health behaviors/diseases.
could not have other risk factors for these health behaviors/diseases.
![How do ACES affect society?](images/howSociety.png)
![How do ACES affect society?](images/howSocietyText.png)
![What can be done about ACES?](images/conclusion.png)
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Home visiting to pregnant women and families with newborns |
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Parenting training programs | ![]() |
Intimate partner violence prevention | ![]() |
Social support for parents |
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Parent support programs for teens and teen pregnancy prevention programs |
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Mental illness and substance abuse treatment | ![]() |
Preschool Enrichment | ![]() |
Sufficient income support for lower income families |