Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) can profoundly impact an individual's health and well-being, increasing their risk for physical and mental health conditions and social and economic challenges. It is essential for healthcare providers to understand this impact and provide trauma-informed care and support that is sensitive to the unique needs of those who have experienced adversity in childhood. This article explores the importance of providing such care to patients with ACEs and offers practical strategies for healthcare providers to support and care for these individuals effectively.

With the summer in full swing, many children are looking forward to their well-deserved break from school. While this season of fun, leisure and relaxation provide a much-needed respite from academic responsibilities, it can also present unique challenges to the mental health and wellbeing of children. 

It’s normal to feel sad or down from time to time. People can get depressed in response to stressful life events such as the loss of a loved one, financial hardships, relationship difficulties or work-related stress.  However, if these depressed thoughts persist and significantly impair a person’s daily life, this could be a possible sign of clinical depression, a serious mental health disorder that requires immediate treatment.