Hello peytonw86750969
We apologize for the inconvenience caused, as per the description above, Adobe Reader DC is unexpectedly stopping, Is that correct?
Please check for any pending updates(if any) of Adobe Reader DC from Help>Check for updates. Reboot the machine after the installation of Adobe Reader and see if this brings any difference.
Try resetting the preferences once How to reset Acrobat Preference settings to default. Reboot the machine after resetting the preferences.
If the issue still persists, please remove the Adobe Reader using the Acrobat cleaner tool Download Adobe Reader and Acrobat Cleaner Tool - Adobe Labs Reboot the machine and install the Adobe Reader from Adobe - Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Distribution
Let us know how it goes.
Regards,
Anand Sri.