Children's Services Council

Research tells us that a significant number of children in America have experienced trauma. When childhood trauma goes undetected, it often leads to maladaptive coping strategies that negatively impact a child’s quality of life.  This workshop provides an introduction to trauma and toxic stress, with an emphasis on individuals and families. This workshop explains the neurobiological effects of the traumatic experiences and illustrates the effects on the development of the brain when children are exposed to trauma. The workshop also discusses the symptoms and long term consequences of trauma and adverse childhood experiences. No prior knowledge about trauma is necessary. The workshop is intended for a wide range of potential audiences, including direct service providers, supervisors and administrators, advocates, service recipients, and interested community members.  

• http://www.zerotothree.org/
• http://www.faimh.org/
• https://learn.nctsn.org/