Children who come to the attention of the juvenile justice system are a challenging and underserved population.
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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.
Wherever Healthcare Providers encounter children and families--whether in a clinic, hospital ER, school, or at a private outpatient practice--there are opportunities to integrate trauma-informed practices into the care families receive.
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network has developed a variety of resources for children, youth, and young adults, to explain child trauma and its effects.
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) was created by Congress in 2000 as part of the Children’s Health Act to raise the standard of care and increase access to services for children and families who experience or witness traumatic ev
The following resources on School Shootings were developed by the NCTSN.
The NCTSN has produced dozens of webinar series, comprised of virtual presentations by expert researchers and practitioners, on various topics in the field of child traumatic stress.
NCTSN e-learning courses typically include multimedia resources, such as self-paced training modules, instructional videos, and supplemental resources.
The following resources on Mass Violence were developed by the NCTSN.
The following resources on Refugee Trauma were developed by external partners and organizations.