Trauma-Informed Care Curriculum for Pediatric Residents through Home Visitation

Background: The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) study has illustrated the significance of personal trauma on individuals and their lifelong health. There is increasing emphasis in the field of pediatrics on the topics of toxic stress and early childhood trauma, as evidenced by recent AAP policy statements and advocacy initiatives. Home visitation is an evidence-based intervention that has been shown to reduce rates of child abuse. Education on toxic stress in residency training is evolving, and home visitation may serve as an untapped educational resource. Program Goals: We sought to develop …