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Data at a Glance: Dissociation and PTSD - What Parents Should Know
Type: Fact Sheet
Provides parents with information about dissociation and PTSD.
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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.
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Data at a Glance: Dissociation and PTSD - What Providers Should Know
Type: Fact Sheet
Offers providers information about dissociation and PTSD.
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Trauma-Informed Schools for Children in K-12: A System Framework
Type: Fact Sheet
Highlights the key elements of the 2017 NCTSN System Framework for Trauma-Informed Schools, while also underscoring the public health implications of trauma exposure and the benefits of having trauma-informed schools. Updated March 2021.
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NCTSN Resources Related to Traumatic Separation and Refugee and Immigrant Trauma
Type: Fact Sheet
Identifies existing NCTSN resources related to traumatic separation, refugee and immigrant trauma, and best practices in trauma-informed care for refugee and immigrant children and families.
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Core Data Set Policy Brief: Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Youth
Type: Fact Sheet
Discusses a study comparing a clinical CSEC cohort with a clinical group of youth who had no reported involvement in prostitution, but had a history of sexual abuse/assault. Updated May 2021.
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Using the Secondary Traumatic Stress Core Competencies in Trauma-Informed Supervision
Type: Fact Sheet
Discusses the importance of quality supervision that organizations can provide to staff members at risk for secondary traumatic stress (STS).
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Complex Trauma Standardized Measures
Type: Fact Sheet
Is a table of standardized measures that are appropriate for children and families dealing with complex trauma.
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Assessment of Complex Trauma by Mental Health Professionals
Type: Fact Sheet
Offers information on the assessment of complex trauma in children.
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Assessment of Complex Trauma by Parents and Caregivers
Type: Fact Sheet
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.
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Assessment of Complex Trauma Information for Non-Mental Health Professionals
Type: Fact Sheet
Provides information for non-mental health professionals regarding the assessment of complex trauma.
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Glossary of Terms: NCTSN Measures Review Database
Type: Fact Sheet
Is a list of terms found within the Measures Review Database (MRD). This fact sheet defines various terms from the MRD to help users better understand the measures reviews.
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Screening and Assessment: Considerations for Implementation
Type: Fact Sheet
Gives providers considerations for implementing screening and assessment into their work. This fact sheet offers guidelines to consider when selecting trauma screening or assessment tools to implement in a given system.