A new study has found that children with unemployed parents can be at increased risk of exposure to adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) such as child maltreatment and parental mental illness. The study reviewed available evidence from around the world and found that that paternal unemployment or any parental unemployment (either or both parents unemployed) was…
My Experiences Survey Cymru is a new national survey developed by the National Centre for Population Health and Wellbeing Research and supported by Public Health Wales. The survey is designed for 16-18-year-olds living in Wales to share their experiences, which will help to improve understanding of what help and support young people find most beneficial….
Alcohol use during childhood could be associated with poor health outcomes later in life – such as alcohol abuse, alcohol dependence and other negative outcomes including poor educational attainment, death, and disability according to the findings of a recent study. This collaborative study, led by researchers from the National Centre for Population Health & Wellbeing…
‘Early Years and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)’ is a crucial work area for the National Centre for Population Health & Wellbeing Research. Our work in this area aims to help give children a healthy and safe start in life. There is considerable evidence that a person’s experiences in childhood play an essential part in shaping their…