CDC Case Study: Learning from Washington's Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Story

Washington was one of the first states to add the ACE module to its Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) in 2009 to assess the prevalence of ACEs in its adult population and inform prevention action. This case study highlights how Washington supported state-specific ACE data collection, describes how the state used its data to inform prevention efforts, and provides examples of Washington’s next steps in child maltreatment prevention work.