The following resources on child trauma were developed by the NCTSN. To find a specific topic or resource, enter keywords in the search box, or filter by resource type, trauma type, language, or audience.
Offers parents and caregivers a brief checklist to use to determine if a complete assessment for complex trauma should be scheduled. This fact sheet will help parents and caregivers determine when to seek professional help. Translated in 2025.
Defines and answers commonly-asked questions about child sexual abuse. This fact sheet outlines myths and facts about child sexual abuse and provides tips to help protect children. Translated in 2025.
Helps parents and caregivers recognize the signs and symptoms of complex trauma and offers recommendations on how to help children heal. Translated in 2025.
Provides information for parents and caregivers on intrafamilial sexual abuse. This fact sheet describes what intrafamilial sexual abuse is, its effects on children, its impact on a family, coping for parents, and how to move forward. Translated in 2025.
Offers teens information about acquaintance rape. This fact sheet provides information on what acquaintance rape is, how common it is, what date rape drugs are, how to stay safe, and common myths and facts about acquaintance rape. Translated in 2025.
Provides information to teens about staying safe while they are online. This fact sheet describes why sexting is not smart and how sexts can be used to hurt or bully. It offers tips for keeping teens safe when they are online, including privacy settings and protecting their identity.
Date: October 27, 2025
Author: Cambria Rose Walsh
Time: 5 minute read
Explores the complex relationship between bullying and trauma. Highlights how both targets and perpetrators can be affected by their environments and how these experiences shape emotional and behavioral responses.
Date: 10/13/2025
Authors: Brian C. Miller, Kalila Papanikolas
Time: 6 minute read
Offers practical tips for children and caregivers to stay safe online, recognize the risks of cyberbullying and AI misuse, and promote healthy, responsible digital habits.
Explains how children of different ages may react to traumatic events and offers simple strategies for parents, caregivers, and communities to provide support and promote healing.
Supports exploration and decision-making processes when applying for a grant that will help support the selection, implementation, and sustainability planning of a trauma-specific intervention or practice.