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The science behind child abuse behaviors

Brain development as a child impacts adult health risks

Children who experience adverse experiences — including abuse, neglect and household challenges — are more likely to have negative outcomes in adulthood, data show.

Experts say this is because frequent exposure to stressful situations can have long-lasting negative affects on a child’s brain, which develops rapidly.

Ultimately, the exposure to these experiences, known as adverse childhood experiences, can affect brain development and cause lifelong harm to physical, mental and emotional health.

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The science behind child abuse behaviors

Brain development as a child impacts adult health risks

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