At the conclusion of this lecture, participants should be able to: 

1. Describe the scope of adverse childhood experiences in the US, the relationship to poverty, race/ethnicity to adverse health outcomes
2. Describe some of the biological mechanisms of risk linking adverse experiences to poor health outcomes

The goal of the lecture series is to describe problems of health disparities and the data supporting them and to open a conversation regarding solutions.

Method of Participation and How to Receive CME Credit

There are no fees for participating in and receiving credit for this activity.

• Review the activity objectives, faculty information, and CME information prior to participating in the activity.
• View the CME presentations
• Complete the CME activity evaluation at the conclusion of the activity in order to receive a credit certificate.

Faculty Disclosure

In accordance with the disclosure policy of the Brown University CME Office as well as standards set forth by the Accreditation Council on Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), speakers have been asked to disclose any relevant financial relationship with the manufacturers of any commercial products and/or provider of commercial services discussed in any educational presentation and with any commercial supporters or exhibitors of this activity.