Understanding ACEs and Trauma-Informed Care for Primary Care Providers Presentation

UnderStanding ACES and Emotional Abuse Emotional Neglect Domestic Violence Incarceration Household Mental Illness Physical Abuse Physical Neglect Household substance Abuse Parental Divorce Sexual Abuse The ACE questionnaire is a valid screening tool that can be used in primary care settings to assess the impact of ACEs on an individual. You can access the ACE questionnaire here: https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/childabuseandneglect/acestudy/aboutace.html Trauma-Informed Care TypeS of ACES ACE Screening StrategieS for Working with Children or Youth who have Experienced ACES Provide trauma- Specific care Trauma-informed care requires providing evidence-based care that is tailored to the specific needs of the individual child or youth based on their ACEs. FoSter reSilience Trauma-informed care requires promoting resilience by helping children and youth develop positive coping skills and building supportive relationships with caregivers. EStabliSh Safety and truSt Trauma-informed care requires creating a safe and supportive environment where children feel safe to share their experiences and build trust with their care providers. UnderStanding ACES and Trauma-Informed Care for Primary Care ProviderS I N F O G R A P H I C Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are traumatic or stressful experiences that occur before the age of 18 and can have long-term negative impacts on physical and mental health outcomes. ACEs can increase the risk of mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in adulthood. ACEs can increase the risk of physical health problems such as heart disease, diabetes, and obesity in adulthood. PhySical Health ImplicationS Mental Health ImplicationS Trauma-informed care is essential for primary care providers who work with children or youth who have experienced ACEs. StrategieS Specific to Primary Care ProviderS: Screen for ACEs during routine visits using the ACE questionnaire. Build trust and establish a supportive environment where children and youth feel comfortable sharing their experiences and concerns. Provide evidence-based care and collaborate with mental health providers to ensure comprehensive care. This study source was downloaded by 100000774743943 from CourseHero.com on 08-22-2023 01:45:55 GMT -05:00 REFERENCES Petruccelli, K., Davis, J., & Berman, T. (2019). Adverse childhood experiences and associated health outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Child abuse & neglect, 97, 104127. Lacey, R. E., & Minnis, H. (2020). Practitioner review: twenty years of research with adverse childhood experience scores–advantages, disadvantages and applications to practice. Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry, 61(2), 116-130. Goddard, A. (2021). Adverse childhood experiences and trauma-informed care. Journal of Pediatric Health Care, 35(2), 145-155. Cutuli, J. J., Alderfer, M. A., & Marsac, M. L. (2019). Introduction to the special issue: Trauma-informed care for children and families. Psychological Services, 16(1), 1.