Psychological trauma and adversity including ACEs (adverse childhood experiences)

Our work to prevent and reduce the negative impact of psychological trauma and adversity.


Reducing the negative impact of psychological trauma and adversity

We know that psychological trauma and adversity can potentially impact our long-term health and life outcomes. It’s crucial for children, young people and adults to get the right help at the right time as this helps reduce the likelihood of long-term negative consequences.

As part of the Getting it right for every child (GIRFEC) approach, we are working to support children and young people impacted by psychological trauma and adversity.

Some examples of the types of action we are taking include:

Contact

Email: ACEstrauma@gov.scot

Trauma, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Resilience Team
Mental Health Directorate
Scottish Government
3ER - St. Andrew's House
Regent Road
Edinburgh
EH1 3DG

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