Our health, well-being and behavior are shaped by our childhood experiences. Exposure to trauma or intense stress, referred to as “adverse childhood experiences” (ACES) by experts, is linked to a multitude of negative outcomes later in life. These include an increased risk of developing physical and mental health problems, engaging in risky behavior, experiencing violence and lower educational attainment. My colleagues and I wanted to understand the effect that childhood trauma may have on our relationships with health care professionals. We also wanted to gauge the level of comfort people Read More