Not Just Growing Pains: Navigating Instability in the Context of ACEs & NDD

Not Just Growing Pains: Navigating Ongoing Instability in the Context of Adverse Childhood Experiences and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities

• Wajdi Akef Fakhoury, LMFT | Clinical Director, SD START
• Ingrid Dombrower, MD | Medical Director, SD START

What happens when change isn’t neutral? This training explores how adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and ongoing instability shape how individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities experience and navigate disruption. Participants will learn -- and share -- practical strategies to safeguard against the effects of ACEs, including PERMA-informed approaches to support stability, resilience, and adaptive coping across settings.

Who Should Attend:
This event is ideal for healthcare providers, mental health professionals, educators, social workers, and community members who work with or support individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities and co-occurring complex mental health vulnerabilities. We encourage participants to come ready to share their insights and learn from one another.

How to Participate:
This CET session will be held in a hybrid format, allowing participants to join in the way that works best for them:

In-Person Participation: Join us at our office located at 3870 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 150, San Diego, CA 92123. Virtual Participation: A Zoom link will be provided before the scheduled presentation via the email used at registration.

We welcome your participation in either format and look forward to an engaging and collaborative discussion.

About San Diego START:
San Diego START is committed to improving the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families by providing person-centered, evidence-informed support services. Our CET meetings offer a platform for education, networking, and community collaboration.

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