ACE is adverse childhood experiences (often traumatic) that happen from ages 0-17. 

There are 3 types of ACE'S

The categories include: Abuse, Neglect, and Household Dysfunction

• Witnessing abuse or violence

• experiencing violence, abuse, or neglect

• growing up in a household with substance/alcohol abuse

• growing up in a household with those who have mental health issues/problems

ACE's can be connected to mental illnesses, chronic health problems, and substance abuse in adolescence or early adulthood.