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Li from the HKU Department of Social Work and Social Administration sheds light on how difficult experiences in childhood, such as neglect and abuse, affect people\u2019s lives long after those experiences end. \u00a0The research study titled<strong> \u201c<em>Adverse Childhood Experience Is Not My Fault<\/em>\u201d<\/strong> is part of the \u201cJC Project Stride\u201d organised by Harmony House and funded by the Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust.<\/p>\n<p>This research study surveyed over 800 adults in Hong Kong and interviewed survivors to understand the widespread impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). Key findings show that more than half of adults in Hong Kong have faced some form of childhood adversity, often leading to ongoing challenges like mental health issues, physical symptoms, and difficulties in relationships, including family violence passed down through generations. \u00a0The study highlights the need for early support, public education, and community programs that address both mind and body to help break this cycle.<\/p>\n<p>Professor Li emphasises that changing harmful cultural attitudes and providing stronger support networks are crucial steps toward healing and building healthier families in Hong Kong.<\/p>\n<p>Press Release: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hku.hk\/press\/news_detail_28535.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","school_new_categories":[],"school_news_tag":[],"thought_leadership_category":[1264],"department_category":[],"class_list":["post-32597","school_news","type-school_news","status-publish","hentry","thought_leadership_category-press-release"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t<!-- All in One SEO 5.0.2 - aioseo.com -->\n\t<meta name=\"description\" content=\"A new study led by Professor Carrie K.W. 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