Trauma-Informed Care
Individuals receiving child welfare services may have a history of traumatic experiences. These resources offer information about the effects of trauma and using trauma-informed approaches to promote healing and positive outcomes.
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Practical Guide for Implementing a Trauma-Informed Approach
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 2023
This practical guide updates and expands the discussion presented in SAMHSA's Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach
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Building Resilient and Trauma-Informed Communities Series
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services A..., 2017
The SAMHSA Spotlight Series highlights different approaches to building trauma
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The Importance of a Trauma-Informed Child Welfare System
Child Welfare Information Gateway, 2020
Provides an overview of the effects of trauma and features state and local program
... (Read More)Children Affected by Trauma: Report to Congressional Requesters
U.S. Government Accountability Office, 2019
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Department of Education
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Trauma Informed Strategies for Supporting Children and Youth in the Child Welfare System During COVID-19
Child Trends, 2020
Defines trauma-related terms and lists strategies to promote positive outcomes for
... (Read More)Recommendations for Trauma-Informed Care Under the Family First Prevention Services Act
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network, 2020
Highlights the Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) requirements and provides
... (Read More)Screening for Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) and Trauma
Center for Healthcare Strategies, 2019
Treatment providers, behavioral health clinicians, and other healthcare professionals
... (Read More)Supportive Communities: Why Should Child Protection Agencies Becomes Trauma Informed?
Casey Family Programs, 2018
Trauma-informed practices and interventions can assist parents and caregivers who
... (Read More)National Child Traumatic Stress Network
NCTSN improves access to care, treatment, and services for children and adolescents
... (Read More)Resources for Trauma-Informed Care
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services A..., n.d.
Provides a variety of resources and tools about trauma-informed care for child
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