Childhood Adversity and Medical Costs for Adolescents in Washington State

This research brief highlights results from a study examining the relationship between adverse experiences and healthcare costs of adolescents enrolled in Medicaid in Washington State. The brief focuses on findings about the association between adverse childhood experiences and medical service costs. A companion research brief highlights findings about the association between child adversity and behavioral health costs. Taken together, these two reports highlight the relationship between childhood adversity and increased healthcare costs.