Preventing adverse experiences in childhood can lead to improved health outcomes in later stages of life, according to new research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Protecting children from exposure to violence, abuse, or growing up around individuals with mental health or substance use problems can help reduce chronic diseases, risky health behaviors, and socio-economic challenges later in life.
A CDC report can be obtained at https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/68/wr/pdfs/mm6844e1-H.pdf.