Program #860 • Available Monday, July 31, 2006
Certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ through Friday, July 31, 2009

Adverse Childhood Experiences and Their Relationship to Adult Health and Well-being

 

Program Description

Recent studies have shown that adults who have experienced multiple adverse childhood events (ACEs) such as abuse, neglect, and household dysfunction are at an increased risk for the development of adult diseases, including ischemic heart disease, cancer, chronic lung disease, skeletal fractures, and liver disease. In this video, Dr. Felitti explores the relationship of health risk behavior and disease in adulthood to the breadth of exposure to childhood emotional, physical, and sexual abuse, and household dysfunction. Effective adult screening techniques are reviewed to help physicians partner with their patients to recognize and manage the long-term medical impact of ACEs. Strategies for improving recognition, treatment, and prevention of ACEs in children can help reduce risk factors for life-threatening diseases later in life.

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Credit Information

Up to 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

This activity is designed for primary care physicians and other interested healthcare professionals.

Learning Objectives

After taking part in this CME activity, participants should be able to:

CME Credit Designations

ACCME The Network for Continuing Medical Education (NCME) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AMA NCME designates this educational activity for a maximum of 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

AAFP This activity has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 2 Prescribed credits by the American Academy of Family Physicians. AAFP accreditation begins Tuesday, July 31, 2007. Term of approval is for one year from this date, with option for yearly renewal.

AOA This activity is eligible for up to 2 hours of credit in Category 2-A of the American Osteopathic Association.