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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . 2022. Preventing child abuse & neglect factsheet. Atlanta, GA: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , 2 pp.

Annotation: This CDC fact sheet uses statistics and color graphs to describe the various types of child abuse and neglect, how big the problem is, what the consequences are, and how they can be prevented. It contains references information on how to contact the CDC for more information.

Contact: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , 1600 Clifton Road, Atlanta, GA 30333, Telephone: 1-800-CDC-INFO (232-4636 Web Site: http://www.cdc.gov

Keywords: Adverse childhood experiences, Child abuse, Child neglect, Child sexual abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse

National Center for Education Statistics. 2022. Bullying at school and electronic bullying. Condition of education. Washington, DC: National Center for Education Statistics, 10 pp. (Condition of Education)

Annotation: This report from the National Center for Education Statistics is based on data from the School Crime Supplement to the National Crime Victimization Survey of 2019. Students aged 12-18 years reported incidences of bullying on school property, and electronic bullying. Figures and graphs illustrate age, gender, etc., of students, location of bullying incidents, type of bullying, and how incidents differed from year to year.

Contact: National Center for Education Statistics, 1990 K Street, N. W., Washington, DC 20006, Telephone: (202) 502-7300 Secondary Telephone: (202) 502-7442 Fax: (202) 219-1736 Web Site: http://www.nces.ed.gov

Keywords: Adverse childhood experiences, Bullying, Cyberbullying, Physical abuse, Statistics, Verbal abuse

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . 2021. Preventing bullying factsheet. Atlanta, GA: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , 2 pp.

Annotation: This fact sheet defines bullying and the consequences that can occur, discusses prevention options and provides references for more information. It uses graphs and statistics to illustrate the seriousness of the issue, explain the impact of bullying, and lists types of prevention initiatives.

Contact: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , 1600 Clifton Road, Atlanta, GA 30333, Telephone: 1-800-CDC-INFO (232-4636 Web Site: http://www.cdc.gov

Keywords: Adverse childhood experiences, Bullying, Cyberbullying, Physical abuse, Verbal abuse

David-Ferdon C, Clayton HB, Dahlberg LL, Simon TR, Holland KM, Brener N, Matjasko JL, D’Inverno AS, Leah Robin L, Gervin D . 2021. Vital Signs: Prevalence of multiple forms of violence and increased health risk behaviors and conditions among youths — United States, 2019.. Atlanta, GA: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , 7 pp. (Vital Signs)

Annotation: This report uses data from the 2019 YBRS (Youth Risk Behavior Survey) to quantify the problem of youth exposure to violence and enumerate the types of damage that can result. It urges the prevention of violence in order to improve youth and adult health. Tables provide statistics by demographics (age, gender, sexual orientation and race/ethnicity), as well as risky behaviors engaged in by adolescents who have been exposed to violence. References provide information on more comprehensive reports on the adverse effects of youth exposure to violence and to interventions that ameliorate the problem.

Contact: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , 1600 Clifton Road, Atlanta, GA 30333, Telephone: 1-800-CDC-INFO (232-4636 Web Site: http://www.cdc.gov

Keywords: Adolescents, Adverse childhood experiences, Bullying, Dating violence, Violence

Delaware's Domestic Violence Coordinating Council. 2021. 2021 Domestic violence resource manual for healthcare professionals. Wilmington, DE: Delaware's Domestic Violence Coordinating Council, 74 pp.

Annotation: This report from the state of Delaware updates the 2011 manual of the same name. Using colorful illustrations, it defines domestic violence, the scope of the problem, symptoms and behaviors that victims of abuse may display, and how healthcare providers can provide screening and support for their patients. The document contains best practice tips, checklists, graphs and sections dedicated to domestic violence experienced by children and youth.

Contact: Delaware Domestic Violence Coordinating Council , 900 N. King Street, Suite 300, Wilmington, DE 19801, E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://dvcc.delaware.gov

Keywords: Adolescents, Adverse childhood experiences, Bullying, Child abuse, Domestic violence, Minority groups, Social determinants of health

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . 2020. Adverse childhood experiences prevention strategy FY2021-FY2024. Atlanta, GA: National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , 20 pp.

Annotation: This report from the Injury Center of the CDC provides an in-depth look at ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences). It enumerates some of the occurances that can be considered ACEs (such as abuse and neglect), the possible long-term effects (including mental health challenges, chronic diseases, and the loss of opportunities), and six strategies that can prevent ACEs (strengthening economic supports for families, interventions, etc.). The report also enumerates the Injury Center's four strategic goals and the objectives that will help them attain those goals. References point the reader to futher reading.

Contact: National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 4770 Buford Highway, N.E., Mailstop F-63, Atlanta, GA 30341-3717, Telephone: (800) CDC-INFO Secondary Telephone: (888) 232-6348 Fax: (770) 488-4760 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.cdc.gov/injury/index.html

Keywords: Adverse childhood experiences, Child abuse prevention, Emotional trauma, Stress, Toxic stress, Violence prevention

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. 2020. African American youth suicide: Report to Congress. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, 51 pp.

Annotation: This report examines the differences in suicide rates between Black and White children aged 5-11. Requested and funded by the US Congress, the report examines the facts that contribute to these disparities using tables, grasps, and statistics. It builds on and augments the publication by the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Emergency Taskforce on Black Youth Suicide and Mental Health, “Ring the Alarm: The Crisis of Black Suicide in America,” and it also contains information on interventions that can help prevent suicide.

Contact: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 200 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, DC 20201, Telephone: (202) 619-0257 Secondary Telephone: (877) 696-6775 Web Site: http://www.hhs.gov

Keywords: Adverse childhood experiences, Blacks, Healthcare disparities, Minority groups, Social bias, Social determinants of health, Social factors, Suicide

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . 2019. Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs): Preventing early trauma to improve adult health . Atlanta, GA: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , 2 pp. (CDC Vital Signs)

Annotation: This fact sheet from the CDC defines ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) and explains the negative impact over the life span that can occur when children are exposed to them. It presents many ways in which everyone (including healthcare providers, employers, and states and communities) can recognize the difficulties that families face and support programs that will promote healthy conditions.

Contact: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , 1600 Clifton Road, Atlanta, GA 30333, Telephone: 1-800-CDC-INFO (232-4636 Web Site: http://www.cdc.gov

Keywords: Adverse childhood experiences, Emotional trauma, Stress, Toxic stress

   

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