National Child Traumatic Stress Network
@nctsn
Raising the standard of care & improving access to services for traumatized children, families, & communities.
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Trauma-informed (TI) care maximizes physical and psychological safety and recovery through building meaningful relationships among individuals, families, and professionals. To learn more about #traumainformed care, download our new infographic here: bit.ly/4bWY5In
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, a time to acknowledge the impact of #teendatingviolence, teach healthy relationship skills, and educate young people about dating violence to prevent the cycle of abuse. Learn more: bit.ly/47ZH6zo.
Kids are safer when they feel connected and supported. Caregivers can reduce risk and help children heal by staying engaged, building trust, and supporting safe friendships and activities. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/48sRgcl #TraffickingPrevention
Traffickers maintain control through intimidation, false promises, isolation, emotional manipulation, or threats. Have ongoing conversations with children about what they are doing and who they are talking to online. Learn more: bit.ly/4puGxah #TraffickingPrevention
Age and power differences create relationships where youth cannot freely make decisions about their bodies, health, or safety. Most children who are exploited are first targeted by someone they know. Learn more: bit.ly/3TVB13r & bit.ly/42a4tov
January is National #HumanTraffickingPrevention Month, a time to acknowledge those experiencing #trafficking or who have been #trafficked. While challenging, those experiencing trafficking can heal and recover with support. Learn more: bit.ly/48sRgcl
The December NCTSN Spotlight is now available! This Spotlight highlights NCTSN resources to help support youth with traumatic grief during the holidays. View it here: bit.ly/48TtpFY
Child sex trafficking occurs when things like money, food, shelter, gifts, or help to a family are exchanged for sexual activity with someone. Youth cannot consent to sexual activity with adults. To learn more and for support, view: bit.ly/4ql8Tnl
The December eBulletin is now available! This month's eBulletin features new resources from NCTSN, noteworthy resources, and recent journal articles. View it here: bit.ly/4qjsEvA
New webinar available on the NCTSN Learning Center! This webinar introduces symptoms of Childhood Traumatic Grief and Prolonged Grief Disorder. It explores how rituals, holidays, events, and anniversaries can both support and challenge grieving children: bit.ly/4pF2HGX
The terror attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, which targeted the Jewish community, has brought up a range of emotions & concerns of safety. The NCTSN has resources to help families address antisemitism & cope after a mass shooting: bit.ly/4oXIM4F
The mass shooting at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island has brought up a range of emotions and concerns of safety across the U.S. The NCTSN and our partners have resources to help families, responders, and communities find ways to cope: bit.ly/4s2fmWa
For families that have experienced a recent death, meaningful practices can provide a sense of belonging, connection, and security. Some holidays and events may also be challenging and serve as reminders of the death. Learn more: bit.ly/48Ln3XX #grief #traumaticgrief
During a traumatic event, anything associated with the experience may become linked in our brains to the trauma. This can include sounds, smells, situations, feelings, or people that become #trauma and/or loss reminders. Download our new infographic here: bit.ly/4pSl9vt
As life continues, annual holidays, celebrations, and events do as well. Children who have experienced a death may face reminders during holidays or celebrations. To learn more, view: bit.ly/4rcYpI2 #traumaticgrief
For families who have experienced traumatic loss, the holiday season can be challenging. Childhood traumatic grief occurs after a traumatic death and with the occurrence of post-traumatic stress symptoms. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/48bDZHP #traumaticgrief
In light of recent media coverage of cases involving child sexual abuse, exploitation, and #trafficking, the NCTSN has resources to support children, adolescents, and families experiencing sexual violence and trauma. View these resources here: bit.ly/4fsSqJN
For providers offering support to youth experiencing #homelessness, understanding the effects of #trauma is essential. Providing trauma-informed services to children, teens, and young adults can help youth feel safe. Learn more: bit.ly/3LKuZ3M #HomelessYouthAwareness
The November eBulletin is now available! This month's eBulletin features new resources from NCTSN, noteworthy resources, and recent journal articles. View it here: bit.ly/4qYng1Y
Many children, teens, and young adults experiencing #homelessness have significant trauma histories. To learn more about complex #trauma and youth experiencing homelessness, view: bit.ly/4qQfl6S #HomelessYouthAwareness
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