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.
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Young children depend exclusively on parents/caregivers for survival and protection—both physical and emotional. When trauma also impacts the parent/caregiver, the relationship between that person and the child may be strongly affected.
Provides teachers with facts about the impact of trauma on students. This fact sheet, a part of the Child Trauma Toolkit for Educators, includes information on trauma reactions and how teachers can help.
Knowing what to do during a winter storm can help families stay safe.
Knowing what to do right before and during a hurricane can help families feel more in control and take steps to increase their safety.
May was first declared as National Foster Care Month in 1988. Since then, May has been a time to acknowledge the contributions of foster caregivers and the needs of children in foster care.
The following resources on Children's Advocacy Centers were developed by the NCTSN.
NOTE: The user manual and technical report cost $125, MAYSIWARE (for electronic administration) costs $279.95.