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Adverse Childhood Experiences, Outcomes, and Interventions

Rachel Gilgoff1, Leena Singh2, Kadiatou Koita1

  • 1Clinic + Research, Center for Youth Wellness, 3450 Third Street, Building 2, Suite 201, San Francisco, CA 94124, USA.

Pediatric Clinics of North America
|March 4, 2020
PubMed

Insights

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) impact child health. Pediatric screening and intervention in primary care settings are crucial for early detection and positive developmental outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric health
  • Child development
  • Public health

Background:

  • Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are stressful or traumatic events before age 18.
  • ACEs are linked to negative health, developmental, and behavioral outcomes.
  • Pediatric medical settings offer opportunities for early ACE detection and intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the importance of ACE screening in pediatric care.
  • To emphasize the role of primary care in addressing ACEs.
  • To advocate for early intervention and anticipatory guidance.

Main Methods:

  • Screening for ACEs in pediatric medical settings.
  • Providing anticipatory guidance on healthy lifestyle factors.
  • Utilizing primary care for regular patient-provider interaction.

Main Results:

  • Screening allows for early detection of ACEs.
  • Intervention can mitigate negative health and developmental impacts.
  • Trusting relationships in primary care facilitate screening and support.

Conclusions:

  • Pediatric providers must implement ACE screening and intervention.
  • Primary care is an ideal setting for ACE screening due to established relationships.
  • Anticipatory guidance on healthy habits is essential for child well-being.

Keywords:
ACEsAdverse childhood experiencesPediatric interventionsPediatric stressPediatric traumaStress outcomesToxic stress

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