Adverse Childhood Experiences: What Happens Early Changes Lives
Thu, November 21, 2024 7:00 PM - Thu, November 21, 2024 9:00 PM at Grand Valley State University
As part of the Your Health Lecture Series, join Meghan R. Behrmann, MD, for an in-depth discussion about the lifelong effects of adverse childhood experiences. You’ll learn about:
- The definition of an adverse childhood experience and the pivotal research that highlights the importance of these events on public health.
- The life course perspective, its critical components, and how it relates to adverse childhood events.
- The role of early childhood professionals and programs in reducing the long-term consequences of early adversity and trauma.
Date & Location
Thursday, November 21, at 7:00 p.m.
Grand Valley State University
DeVos Center for Interprofessional Health, Room 102
333 Michigan Street NE, Grand Rapids
Speaker
Meghan Behrmann, MD
Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician, Helen DeVos Children's Hospital
Clinical Assistant Professor, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Sponsored by Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids Community College and MSU College of Human Medicine