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PICOT Question: How do previous ACEs affect the physical and psychosocial health of adults

Brunette, Gracyn

Palamountain, Grace

Higgins, Elizabeth

Shaw, Michele

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NURS 404/406 Research & Info Management Nursing Student Scholarship 
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Caring for Adults that Faced an ACE 
Gracyn Brunette 
Grace Palamountain 
Elizabeth Higgins 
Michele Shaw 
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Caring for Adults that Faced an ACE
Gracyn Brunette, Grace Palamountain, Elizabeth Higgins, Dr. 
Michele Shaw, Department of Nursing, Gonzaga University
Background
- Adverse childhood experiences 
commonly referred to as ACEs
- Identifiable and screened for events
- Pertain to family or social factors in 
childhood 
- Linked to lowered mental and 
physical health outcomes
- “64% of U.S. adults reported they 
had experienced at least one type of 
ACE before age 18” (CDC, 2023).
- Goal: prevent ACEs from occurring; 
implement interventions if they do 
occur
PICOT Question:
How do previous 
ACEs affect the 
physical and 
psychosocial health 
of adults?
EBP Intervention
-Group therapy is an effective EBP 
intervention for ACEs
-Provides a sense of community and 
connection
- Connects people with others who 
have faced similar challenges
-Share experiences and gain insight 
from others
-Promotes resilience and coping 
strategies
-Educated therapists ensure 
respectful discussion and addressing 
experiences appropriately
-Providers help manage emotions and 
support the formation of 
healthy relationships
-Safe space for participants to discuss 
their experiences and challenges
Implementing EBP
- Identify clients that have had an adverse 
childhood experience through 
screenings
- Caregivers can identify these individuals 
by asking about establishing a 
therapeutic relationship with their client 
and asking about their past
- Provide information about available 
resources and educate on group therapy 
and its benefits
- Therapy groups can be promoted in the 
workplace, primary care offices, and 
clinics
Expected Outcomes
-Group therapy provides a sense of 
validation and reduces feelings of 
isolation
-Participants connect with others who 
have faced similar challenges, 
fostering trust, and meaningful 
relationships
-Education on the risk of ACEs 
-Access to preventive resources are 
facilitated through group therapy
Conclusion
- Adverse childhood experiences 
have long term mental health effects
- Properly screening for and 
addressing ACE's when they occur 
could help to prevent some of their 
extended effects
- By facilitating connections and 
providing an environment for 
individual to confront their 
experiences, group therapy can 
help limit the detrimental impacts of 
untreated trauma
References


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Caring for Adults that Faced an ACE

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