Provides information on what makes the NCTSN unique, and why in 2001 SAMHSA established the NCTSN in an effort to pull together expertise nationwide and create a mechanism for intentional collaboration to move scientific gains quickly into practic
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Children's reactions to trauma can interfere considerably with learning and behavior at school. Schools serve as a critical system of support for children who have experienced trauma.
Screening and assessment are critically important to ensure vulnerable youth and youth who are trafficked are identified and appropriate and effective services are provided.
Semi-structured caregiver report measure used to assess PTSD in children 0-7 years of age.
There are many reasons to work with an NCTSN TIOA coach. Find out what they are here.
Trauma Systems Therapy (TST) is a model that addresses the primary reason that care is typically sought for a traumatized child: The child expresses episodes of uncontrolled emotion (e.g.
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.
Secondary traumatic stress is the emotional duress that results when an individual hears about the firsthand trauma experiences of another.
Is a handout from Psychological First Aid Field Operations Guide (PFA).
Is a handout from Psychological First Aid Field Operations Guide (PFA). This handout provides parents with common reactions after a disaster, ways to respond to those reactions, and examples of things you can say to your adolescent.