Early Childhood Development, Adversity, and Resilience: A review for pediatric health care providers
This self-guided, interactive resource provides an overview of key science concepts related to early childhood development, adversity, and resilience.
This interactive, self-paced learning module offers interconnected lessons on key science related to early childhood development, adversity, and resilience. The information and materials have been curated for pediatric health care providers, including talking points and resources specifically designed for use in clinical practice. Topics include:
- How children’s earliest experiences–beginning before birth–impact their development and health;
- How early development of the brain and other organ systems affects lifelong health and well-being;
- Toxic stress and its relationship to adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), trauma, and resilience;
- How moving upstream to address structural inequalities while also addressing individual needs can build children’s resilience and promote healthy development; and more!
The learning module consists of eight lessons. We estimate that each lesson will take most learners approximately 10 to 15 minutes to complete. Although you may view the sections in any order, it is suggested that you complete the activities sequentially. If you need to take a break, use the course exit option and log out of the learning system to save your progress.