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Adversity and trauma are widespread, affecting two-thirds of US adults and greater numbers globally. This course applies a public health lens to examine how adversity affects health across the life course. Students will learn the definitions, incidence, prevalence, historical trends, causes and effects, and disparities associated with adverse childhood events (ACEs) and trauma. The class will also examine evidence-based mindfulness and yoga approaches to address ACEs and trauma, and research methods to assess their impacts.