In this first episode, I begin a discussion about trauma and why it is important to discuss it. I present information from the Adverse Childhood Experiences Study to show the significant effect of trauma on overall health. I conclude this episode with a technique to help reduce the effects of an anxiety attack. Links to the presented documents and research: https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/aces/about.html (summary of the study with a link to the study details) https://www.ncjfcj.org/wp-content/uploads/2006/10/Finding-Your-Ace-Score.pdf (the ACE questionnaire)