AAE: Adverse Adulthood Experiences Test
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AAE: Adverse Adulthood Experiences Test

The Adverse Adulthood Experiences Test (AAE) is a test inspired by the nationally recognized Adverse Childhood Experiences Study (ACEs) on the long-term impacts of childhood trauma. The AAE is similarly designed to measure adverse experiences within adulthood. Also, a history of adverse childhood experiences can compound and escalate adverse adult experiences. Cumulative trauma can affect…

America’s Children Need Safety & Action
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America’s Children Need Safety & Action

Child exploitation’s connections to our most significant social issues are shocking. As a result, the root cause are found in decades of ignored child exploitation. It’s mind-blowing! Victimized Children Need Safety. One of the most significant mission fields in crisis is in our backyards. If in doubt, look no further than your community. Wherever you find substance…

Foster Care is a Tool, Not a Solution.
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Foster Care is a Tool, Not a Solution.

Federal reports confirm that the epidemic of child exploitation in the United States is now too big for government models to solve. Programs like foster care are in constant crisis to meet the demand, yet they only provide protective care to 3% of the 8 million reported victims. As reports have continued to climb by…

What is Child Sex Trafficking?
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What is Child Sex Trafficking?

Child sex trafficking is human trafficking of a child for sexual exploitation. Trafficking can look many different ways. The common misconception is that trafficking is the shackling and caging of older teen girls and women forced through slavery. Slavery can be a form of trafficking; historically, it was the primary way it occurred. However, it…

E-ACEs: Expanded Adverse Childhood Experiences Test
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E-ACEs: Expanded Adverse Childhood Experiences Test

The Adverse Childhood Experiences Study (ACEs) is a nationally recognized study on the long-term impacts of childhood trauma. The study found that the percentage of our American population impacted by childhood trauma is:– 67% minimal impact – 12.6% severe impact Experts have agreed over the last decade that though the ACEs test was groundbreaking and insightful,…