“Introduction to ACEs” Programme
This is a self-contained training session which introduces the notion of ‘adverse childhood experiences’ (ACEs) in the context of the original 1998 research. It highlights the key findings of the study and invites discussion around causation behind each finding. It explores key factors from the study:
Psychological factors
Behavioural factors
Pharmacological factors
Physiological factors
The interactive approach then invites discussion around possible explanations for the correlation between each of these factors as a direct and exponential consequence of experienced early adversity, - and goes on to explain the mechanisms that link all four.
It focusses on personal strengths rather than the toxicity of early life adversity to frame how we can all move toward personal recovery and healing.
This is an introductory session aimed at stimulating dialogue and understanding around the scientific basis for ACEs, and their potentially devastating consequences throughout life, and also on personal strengths and abilities which can offer solutions and ways forward. It is an ideal ‘primer’ for further Reset-21 Practitioner Programmes, which go on to explore each of these factors in greater depth.
What’s the format of it?
One x 90 minute session, (2 x 40 minute sessions, with a break)
Who would directly benefit from this Programme?
The content of this programme would be of interest and direct benefit to any practitioners working with the effects of childhood adversity or developmental trauma.