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Health/Psychology: Mental Health – Recovery from Adverse Childhood Experiences – Applying Theory & Latest Research with Dr Paul Linsley from University of East Anglia
May 7 @ 09:10 - 09:55
In this Health/Psychology session, Dr Paul Linsley, Associate Professor in Nursing Sciences in the School of Health Sciences at University of East Anglia, will explore the theory, latest research and practice relating to Recovery from Adverse Childhood Experiences.
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) are a major public health concern and we begin by introducing ACE and their long-term impacts on mental health, emotional regulation, relationships and socio-emotional development.
While trauma-informed care (TIC) exists, Paul’s research, carried out with Professor John Hurley, identifies that we need tools to build enduring emotional resilience in patients, and clinicians need strategies that go beyond symptom management to foster resilience. Paul will introduce the Developmental-Reparative Model (DRM) which integrates trauma neuroscience, developmental psychology and, critically, Emotional Intelligence (EI) theory. In particular, we examine how EI interventions have helped patients develop self-regulation and relational skills.
Join us to hear more about how the latest research in this field is proving transformative for both patients and clinicians in trauma-informed practice.
This event will include discussion of sensitive topics, including mental health challenges related to adverse Childhood Experiences. Some content may be distressing for certain viewers. Please take care of your wellbeing and feel free to step away at any time. Support resources will be shared at the end of the session.
Lecturer Profile: Dr Paul Linsley has extensive clinical and academic experience in acute and forensic mental health nursing, alongside expertise in values-based practice, evidence-based care, and nurse education. Dr Linsley has published widely in national and international journals. His most recent forthcoming publication with Hurley (2026), Emotional Intelligence for Health and Social Care Practice (Routledge, 2026), further builds on his contribution to advancing emotional intelligence and professional practice in health and social care.
Our events are designed so that a group of students can take part from a classroom or students and teachers can take part as individuals, either from school or from home. There is no charge to take part.
As a live, participative event, this session will not be recorded but slides and other resources will be shared after the event, where available.
Suitable for: 16+ pre-university students studying, or with a possible interest in studying, Psychology, Health & Social Care, Nursing and related disciplines. Student groups as well as students and teachers joining individually are very welcome.
Preparation/Pre-Reading: Students may wish to consider the topic in advance and questions they have. Students can also think about questions about studying at university level.
The IT Setup: The event will be run on Zoom and participants will be able to join using laptops, tablets, and mobile devices. If you are joining as a school group, we recommend connecting with one device and projecting on to a whiteboard. You will be able to interact with the speaker via typed comments and questions and/or via a microphone. Full details will be sent to those who have registered (see below) prior to the event.
Booking a Place: This is free for schools and colleges. If you would like to take part in this event, please register your interest using the link to the registration form below: