The Inside Circle Podcast with Eldra Jackson III Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) with Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, Episode 59
Oct 6, 2023
Dr. Nadine Burke Harris discusses Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) impact on health disparities. Topics include trauma-informed care in correctional settings, supporting officers in healing environments, effects of childhood stress on decision-making, personal journey of healing trauma, and self-compassion through inner child work.
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Commonness and Impact of ACEs
- Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are common, with two thirds of people experiencing at least one.
- Higher ACE scores strongly correlate with greater risks for health and behavioral problems.
Trauma in Incarcerated Populations
- Dr. Burke Harris visited a prison and found many inmates with high ACE scores, often four or more.
- She advocated moving juvenile justice under health to address trauma rather than just punish behavior.
Trauma Training for Officers
- Provide trauma-informed training not only for incarcerated people but also for officers who may have unresolved trauma.
- Supporting officers helps improve their response and safety in correctional environments.