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Parents and caregivers play an essential role in helping children and teenagers recover from traumatic events.
In any given year, approximately one million children come to the attention of the US child welfare system.
Children who come to the attention of the juvenile justice system are a challenging and underserved population.
Research suggests that approximately 25% of American children will experience at least one traumatic event by the age of 16. A child's reactions to trauma can interfere considerably with learning and/or behavior at school.