Publisher: Justice Center, University of Alaska Anchorage
Subject: adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)
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Alaska
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alcohol & alcohol abuse
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child abuse & neglect
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health
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health risks
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mental health
Type: Article
Table of Contents: [Introduction] /
Adverse Childhood Experiences Linked to Adult Outcomes /
How Adverse Experiences Impact the Developing Brain /
ACEs and Risky Drinking: Definitions and Measurement /
Results: ACEs and Risky Drinking in Alaska /
Conclusion /
[SIDEBARS] /
Adult Health Outcomes of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) /
Methodology and Odds Ratio Interpretation /
References /
[WEB SUPPLEMENT:]
Adverse Childhood Experiences and Their Association with Alcohol Abuse by Alaska Adults — Statistical Web Supplement
Abstract:
This article examines the prevalence of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) — such as abuse and household dysfunction in childhood — and its association with adoption by Alaska adults of the health-risk behaviors of heavy and binge drinking. The behavioral health of Alaskans could be improved by addressing the association between ACEs and health-risk drinking behaviors, and establishing an integrated prevention system.
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