The patient who keeps coming back: could childhood trauma be part of the picture?

Adverse childhood experiences do not stay in childhood. They can echo through physical health, mental wellbeing, health behaviours and the way people engage with care. 

This episode explores the landmark ACE research, what it can teach us about complex and recurrent presentations, and how a trauma-informed approach can make consultations feel safer, more respectful and more effective. 

Press play for a compassionate, practical conversation that may change how you see the patient who keeps coming back but never quite seems to get better.

Useful Links

Public Health Wales: adverse childhood experiences (Vimeo)
Explores ACEs and their impact across the life course from the point of view of one family. This is compelling viewing and would be a great addition to safeguarding training for your practice team

TED Talks: How childhood trauma affects health across a lifetime

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