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Just One Adverse Childhood Event Can Nearly Double Health-Related School Absences

A new study led by researchers at UCLA Health finds that children who have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are significantly more likely to miss school due to health-related issues. Using national survey data, researchers found that even one ACE increased the odds of chronic absenteeism due to illness, injury, or disability by nearly 2.5 times--raising concerns about how early adversity impacts both health and education.

June 17, 2025


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