Research update on the effect of adverse childhood experience on telomere morphology / 中国学校卫生

ABSTRACT

Abstract@#Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) not only affect individual s physical and mental health but also have adverse intergenerational effects. A growing body of researches focused on biological mechanism of ACEs, among which the emerging role of telomere has gained much attention. This article reviews the association between ACEs and telomere morphology during different developmental stages and the role of telomere in adverse health effects of ACEs. It aims to summarize possible mechanisms underlying negative effects of ACEs.