The American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA) is excited to announce “Radiant Minds: Nurturing Mental Health for All” as the theme for the 2024 Virtual Summit. "Radiant Minds: Nurturing Mental Health for All" will allow you to discover the latest insights and strategies for promoting mental and behavioral health and well-being, fostering resilience, and enhancing mental health for individuals of all backgrounds.
This summit brings together practitioners, experts, caregivers, clients, advocates, and researchers to explore the diverse facets of mental health, share innovative approaches, and ignite discussions aimed at building a brighter, more inclusive future for mental wellness. Don't miss this opportunity to engage and join with thought leaders and practitioners toward radiant minds and thriving communities.
This virtual event will run February 1 - 29, 2024 on ATRA's virtual learning platform. Additional sessions may be added so please check back regularly to view the program.
Adverse Childhood Experiences and Their Impact on Mental Health Across the Lifespan
Session Length
60 minutes
Description
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE's) shape not only the child's development, but also mental health throughout the lifespan. Through this presentation, we will review models and theories of child development, various ACE's, and the lifetime effects of various ACE's on mental health. We will also review how Recreational Therapy can aid in building resiliency and strategies for coping with various ACE's in both childhood and adulthood.
Focus of Presentation
Research
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the session, participants will be able to identify two models of childhood development.
By the end of the session, participants will be able to identify at least 3 adverse childhood experiences and explain how various ACE's shape a person's mental health(both acute and long term)
By the end of the session, participants will identify 3 Recreational Therapy interventions that can aid in building resiliency and strategies for coping with various ACE's throughout the lifespan.
Presenter
![[photo]](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/b5d70590d84663d502694bd3baa1936a.png?d=https://proposalspace.com/images/no_photo.png&r=PG&s=50 "Kristin Whaley, Nationwide Children's Hospital")
Kristin Whaley, Nationwide Children's Hospital
Biographical Statement
Kristin Whaley, CTRS, Specialization in Pediatrics, serves as a Clinical Lead for Therapeutic Recreation at Nationwide Children's Hospital. Kristin works as part of a multidisciplinary team to promote leisure and recreation to help individuals meet their functional goals and increase their overall quality of life. She graduated from Slippery Rock Univeristy with a BS in Recreational Therapy and University of Minnesota with a Masters of Arts in Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health.