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Breaking the Cycle of Adversity: How Resilience Can Transform Lives
Through awareness, intentionality, and support, individuals and families can break free from cycles of adversity.
By Jeff Roznos
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) cast long shadows over individuals’ lives, influencing their physical, emotional, and social well-being well into adulthood. From early developmental challenges to generational patterns of trauma, ACEs often leave lasting scars. But amid these challenges, resilience emerges as a powerful counterbalance, providing individuals and families the tools to adapt, recover, and thrive.
What Are ACEs and Why Do They Matter?
ACEs include a range of experiences such as abuse, neglect, and household dysfunction that occur during childhood. Studies reveal their profound impact, linking them to chronic health conditions, mental health struggles, and relational difficulties later in life. Yet, not everyone with ACEs is destined for negative outcomes. Why do some individuals break free from this cycle while others struggle?