PICK AN ACE.
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| Title: | PICK AN ACE. |
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| Authors: | Popat, Rahi |
| Source: | Therapy Today. Jul/Aug2026, Vol. 37 Issue 6, p38-41. 4p. 11 Color Photographs. |
| Subjects: | Treatment of emotional trauma, Psychotherapy, Substance abuse, Health literacy, Mental health, Violence, Child abuse, Invective, Family relations, Psychological well-being, Home environment, Patient-centered care, Client relations, Child development, Counseling, Adverse childhood experiences, Intergenerational relations, Self-perception, Medical practice |
| Abstract: | The article focuses on the significance of addressing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) in therapeutic practice, emphasizing how unresolved childhood trauma shapes adult life. It outlines the types of ACEs—abuse, neglect, and household challenges—and illustrates their impact through the author’s personal reflection and a client case study. The author advocates for sensitive, informed exploration of ACE markers in therapy to foster client self-understanding and healing, highlighting research that links ACEs to long-term mental health and social outcomes. The article underscores the importance of protective factors and trauma-informed care in mitigating ACE effects and breaking intergenerational cycles. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Database: | Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection |
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| Abstract: | The article focuses on the significance of addressing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) in therapeutic practice, emphasizing how unresolved childhood trauma shapes adult life. It outlines the types of ACEs—abuse, neglect, and household challenges—and illustrates their impact through the author’s personal reflection and a client case study. The author advocates for sensitive, informed exploration of ACE markers in therapy to foster client self-understanding and healing, highlighting research that links ACEs to long-term mental health and social outcomes. The article underscores the importance of protective factors and trauma-informed care in mitigating ACE effects and breaking intergenerational cycles. [Extracted from the article] |
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| ISSN: | 17487846 |
