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January 26, 2025 37 mins

In this remastered episode from January 2023 of the Care Out Loud podcast, host Mary Coughlin interviews Dr. Livio Provenzi, an assistant professor at the University of Pavia, Italy. They delve into Dr. Provenzi's extensive research in the fields of epigenetics and neuroscience, specifically focusing on the neuropsychobiological aspects of early human development. Dr. Provenzi discusses the impact of early parent-child interactions, especially in conditions like preterm birth and sensory deficits. He highlights the importance of trauma-informed care and the epigenetic consequences of early experiences. The conversation also touches on the concept of hidden talents arising from adversity, the significance of bonding and connectedness in clinical settings, as well as the need for a cultural shift towards more compassionate and holistic care. Dr. Provenzi shares his vision of creating a new care culture, emphasizing the unitariness of human experiences and the importance of collaboration and mutual support in the healthcare field.

 

00:00 Welcome to Care Out Loud

00:59 Introducing Dr. Livio Provenzi

02:07 Discovering Trauma Informed Care

03:31 The Importance of Early Development

05:06 Epigenetics and Early Human Connections

08:24 Research on Preterm Babies

10:40 The Role of Clinicians and Families

15:58 Bridging the Gap Between Research and Practice

21:19 The Hidden Talents of Adversity

26:51 Changing the Culture of Care

32:56 Final Thoughts and Reflections

Livio's Links:

  1. List of my scientific publications, from PubMed
  2. LinkedIn
  3. ResearchGate
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