DSW Candidate – Catrina Gould, 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM
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Virtual Showcase of DSW Scholars 2025 Event!
What is the Relationship between Adverse Childhood Experiences and Postpartum Depression?
DSW Candidate – Catrina Gould, MSW
Monday, April 28, 2025
4:00 PM- 5:15 PM Eastern Time Zone
Credit Hours: 1.0
Description
What is the Relationship between Adverse Childhood Experiences and Postpartum Depression?
This presentation explores the complex relationship between Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and postpartum depression (PPD), emphasizing the interplay of early-life trauma and maternal mental health outcomes. It begins by defining ACEs and their prevalence, highlighting their long-term effects on psychological and physiological well-being.
The session delves into the evidence linking ACEs to increased vulnerability to PPD, examining key mechanisms such as stress dysregulation, insecure attachment patterns, and intergenerational trauma. Risk factors that exacerbate this relationship, including lack of social support and socioeconomic challenges, are discussed alongside protective factors that can buffer against adverse outcomes.
Participants will gain insights into trauma-informed approaches to care, screening strategies for ACEs and PPD, and evidence-based interventions designed to support affected mothers. The presentation concludes by addressing the broader public health implications of addressing ACEs as a modifiable risk factor for postpartum depression and promoting maternal and child health resilience.
This session is ideal for social workers, healthcare providers, mental health professionals, and researchers seeking to deepen their understanding of the ACEs-PPD connection and its role in improving perinatal care and outcomes.
Upon completion of this conference, participants will be able to:
- Recognize the relationship between ACEs and PPD.
- Explore mechanisms connecting ACEs to PPD.
- Develop and Promote a Holistic Approach to Maternal Mental Health.
Delivery Method: Live Interactive Training via Zoom Video Conferencing
Credit Hours: 1.0 (ACE)
Target Audience: This conference is intended for social workers and students.
Accreditation: University of Kentucky College of Social Work, Provider # 1377, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 9/29/22-9/29/25. Social workers participating in this conference will receive up to 15 general continuing education credits.
Claiming CE Credit: Instructions for claiming CE credit will be disseminated at the beginning of each session.
Questions: If you have any questions regarding CE credit or to report a grievance, please contact Christina Krantz at Christina.Krantz@uky.edu. For technical assistance, please contact lmshelp@uky.edu.
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in these presentations are those of the individual presenters and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of the University of Kentucky or the College of Social Work. The inclusion of any topics, perspectives, or discussions is intended for academic engagement and does not constitute endorsement by the institution.
