Key Research Referenced:CDC-Kaiser Permanente ACE Study (Felitti et al., 1998) — foundational research linking childhood adversity to adult health outcomesCDC data on ACE prevalence among U.S. high school studentsHealth Affairs (2024) — ACE-related healthcare expenditure analysis ($292 billion in excess spending)PLOS One (2025) — scoping review on psychotherapy effectiveness for trauma-related distressWiley/Psychology and Psychotherapy (2025) — veterans' RCT comparing Somatic Experiencing and Prolonged ExposureResources Mentioned:SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357 (free, confidential, 24/7)Psychology Today Therapist Finder: psychologytoday.com/us/therapistsRAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): rainn.orgTreatment Modalities Discussed:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) / Prolonged ExposureEMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)Somatic ExperiencingDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Integrative / combined approachesPharmacological options (SSRIs)