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Before you begin
Heads up — this test asks about hard things.
The ACE questionnaire asks about childhood abuse, neglect, and household dysfunction — including questions about physical abuse, sexual abuse, and family violence. The questions are direct, because the original research was direct.
If now isn't the right time to think about your childhood, that's okay. You can come back later. If you're currently in distress, please scroll to the bottom of this page for support resources.
Reminder: This is a research screening tool from a 1998 CDC study — not a clinical diagnosis. Your score is a starting point for self-understanding, not a prediction of your future.
If you need to talk to someone right now
- US: 988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text)
- UK: 116 123 — Samaritans
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 (US/UK/Canada/Ireland)
- RAINN (sexual abuse, US): 1-800-656-4673
- Anywhere: findahelpline.com