June 12, 2026 · Family medicine · DOI: 10.22454/FamMed.2026.767840

ACEs Educational Interventions for Medical Students and Residents: A Systematic Review

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This systematic review investigates the effectiveness of educational interventions on adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) within US medical schools and residency programs, aiming to enhance students' and residents' knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding ACEs. The review identifies a total of 15 relevant studies, finding that while most interventions improve knowledge and confidence in addressing ACEs, they often lack methodological rigor and fail to assess long-term behavioral changes. The authors suggest that future research should focus on objective and longitudinal outcomes to better equip future physicians for clinical practice related to ACEs.

Hannah Fairchild, Yasamean Zamani-Hank, Iris Kovar-Gough, David Walsworth, Julie P Phillips

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