Resilience CAN Make a DifferenceThough it can be disheartening to discover the physiological impacts of childhood trauma, it is encouraging to know that we can respond in ways that offset the negative biological impact. Dr. Anda, the doctor from the Center for Disease control that partnered with Dr. Felitti in the original study says, "If it's predictable, it's preventable." The most powerful positive impact on ACEs comes from the presence of a committed and caring adult. Dr. Felitti says that resilience comes from strongly held the belief that you matter to someone.
We can do that! Visit the Be A Connector page on our site to find out how. A recently released report by the National Academies of Science and Medicine says that "several decades of research have shown that the promise and potential lifetime benefits of preventing mental, emotional, and behavioral (MEB) disorders are greatest by focusing on young people and that early interventions can be effective in delaying or preventing the onset of such disorders. National Priorities that build on this evidence base should include (1) assurance that individuals who are at risk receive the best available evidence-based interventions prior to the onset of a disorder and (2) the promotion of positive MEB development for all children, youth and young adults."
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