KNOW YOUR POSITIVE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCE SCORE
The PCE is the opposite of ACEs study. The PCE study was conducted by Johns Hopkins University in 2019. They concluded that 7 childhood experiences can be statistically linked to good mental health and relationships in adulthood. PCEs help protect kids from the adverse effects of traumatic experiences.
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1. As a child and teenager, was there an adult in your home who made you feel safe and protected?
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2. As a child and teenager, can you think of at least two adults who were not your parents who took a genuine interest in you?
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3. As you grew up, did you feel like you had one or more friends who supported you?
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4. If you attended high school, did you feel a sense of belonging either in the school or with a specific group of friends or teammates?
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5. As a child and teenager, did you feel like your family supported you when you were going through difficult things?
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6. As a child and teenager, did you feel able to talk with family about your feelings?
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7. As a child and teenager, did you enjoy being a part of traditions in your community?
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This quiz is a creative interpretation of research done by Bethell C, Jones J, Gombojav N, Linkenbach J, Sege R.
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Individuals who feel the impact of missed positive childhood experiences may benefit from intentionally creating some of these experiences as adults: joining groups and clubs where we can build a sense of belonging, seeking a mentor, investing in strong friendships, participating in the traditions of the communities we are a part of, and seeking the support of a therapist as appropriate. (Adapted from Lindsay Abraman)
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