From Knowledge to Action Proceedings Report

This extensive evaluation paper offers a detailed blueprint documenting the developmental trajectory of the Brain Story. The in-depth, reflective interviews offer powerful testimony to changes at the micro, meso and macro level prompted by the knowledge of advances in brain science. These range from participants’ acknowledgement of the personal impact of understanding their own childhood experiences, to huge organisational paradigm shifts including changes to Federal Divorce and Court proceedings. The strength of this report lies in the identification of facilitators for change and honest acknowledgement of where difficulties have been encountered. This offers an invaluable insight into the potential challenges of aligning and integrating the Brain Story within organisations, which will enable our Oxford team to be proactive in preparing for and addressing similar situations. The case studies offer substantial detail which can be used to leverage advances in service development in other geographical and cultural areas. Furthermore, it presents detailed evidence with which to address common concerns; for example, data indicating that systematic screening for ACEs does not increase referrals, but rather enhances patients’ gratitude and experience of being cared for and understood.

Publication Date: 
2020
Location: 
Calgary, AB, Canada