Rural Youth and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

Link

https://ojjdp.ojp.gov/media/video/42486

Sponsor

Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP)
Product of the National Training and Technical Assistance Center funded by OJJDP.

Description

Presents a webinar featuring public health researchers and youth service providers discussing aspects of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) among rural youth involved with the justice system. Provides prosecutors and other justice system practitioners with research on ACEs among youth in detention and services and strategies to build resilience in this population. Discusses the relationship between behavioral health, substance use, and ACEs.

Date

11/2024

Geographic Coverage

Nationwide

Topics

Adverse Childhood Experiences • Attorneys and Courts • Juvenile Justice • Mental Health • Substance Use Disorder