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Prevalence of adverse childhood experiences and their cumulative impact associated lifetime health outcomes in the Emirate of Abu-Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Author(s): Toby Long

CONCLUSIONS: The baseline presence of ACEs among this Abu Dhabi sample, along with the associated risks of physical and mental health morbidities, and risk-taking behaviors play a significant role in understanding the extent, nature, and associated sequalae...

Article GUID: 38484508
Title:Prevalence of adverse childhood experiences and their cumulative impact associated lifetime health outcomes in the Emirate of Abu-Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Authors:Toby Long
Link:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38484508/
DOI:10.1016/j.chiabu.2024.106734
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PMID:38484508
Dept Affiliation: PSYCHOLOGY
1 Georgetown University, Center for Child and Human Development, Box 571485, Washington, DC 20007, USA. Electronic address: longt@georgetown.edu.
2 School of Psychology, University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 2TT, United Kingdom.
3 Institute of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, United Arab Emirates University, United Arab Emirates.
4 Concordia University, Montreal, QC, Canada.
5 Georgetown University, Center for Child and Human Development, Box 571485, Washington, DC 20007, USA.
6 Early Childhood Authority, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

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CONCLUSIONS: The baseline presence of ACEs among this Abu Dhabi sample, along with the associated risks of physical and mental health morbidities, and risk-taking behaviors play a significant role in understanding the extent, nature, and associated sequalae of ACEs in this population; providing nuanced context for early intervention. Our findings will inform the planning and implementation of specific prevention and awareness raising programs while promoting safe environments where children are...