Black people's experiences of being asked about adverse childhood experiences in the UK: A qualitative study

ConclusionsThe results highlight that people find it important and useful to be asked about ACEs, if it is done in an appropriate manner. Establishing trust and a therapeutic relationship is key to fostering this. Participants stated that the ACE questionnaire might miss important context, and they relayed a preference for being asked about ACEs using more inclusive definitions of ACEs.

Source: Psychology and Psychotherapy: Theory, Research and Practice - July 23, 2023 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Eirill H øyland Sødal, Vyv Huddy, Juliet McKenzie Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research