Childhood development is a particularly crucial time. Stressful and traumatic events profoundly impact children, and new research demonstrates links between childhood trauma and long-term health. Childhood trauma is also known as adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) in the medical and academic world. When an individual experiences higher rates of adverse childhood experiences and stress, they are more likely to develop detrimental health conditions. These mental and physical health conditions overlap with the leading causes of death, such as obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and depression.