To assess broad scope of victimization in childhood and adolescence.
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The following resources on Complex Trauma were developed by the NCTSN.
The following resources on Culture and Trauma were developed by the NCTSN.
April was first declared as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in 2001.
The Steering Committee of the NCTSN guides the development of the national network of centers to improve treatment and services for all children and adolescents in the U.S. who have experienced traumatic events.
Despite the high occurrence of childhood exposure to IPV, it is important to note that children are inherently resilient and can move forward from stressful events in their lives.
Refugee children and adolescents exhibit resilience despite a history of trauma. However, trauma can affect a refugee child’s emotional and behavioral development.
Discusses how practitioners can enhance their skills and raise their standard of care to refugee and immigrant caregivers and families who are adjusting to a new culture and may have experienced potentially traumatic events.
Features Alex Barker and Diane Lanni, the first family and young adult partners on the NCTSN Steering Committee.