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This session, with insights from clinical mental health counselor Dr. Amy Lindstrom, explores how to support children through trauma. Parents and caregivers can gain insights into the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) on emotional and physical development.

Dr. Lindstrom provides practical strategies for recognizing trauma responses, fostering a safe environment, and modeling healthy coping mechanisms. The session aims to equip caregivers with tools to support their children’s resilience and emotional growth, offering guidance on how to create a supportive and understanding atmosphere for healing and connection.

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Foster Family Healing

Address trauma as a collective effort, impacting both children and families.

Create a Safe Environment

Establish a supportive space to help children feel secure after trauma.

Recognize ACEs

Identify Adverse Childhood Experiences to promote healing and resilience.

Identify Trauma Responses

Observe and empathize with your child’s fight, flight, freeze, or fawn reactions.

Encourage Open Communication

Support your child in expressing feelings without judgment.

Provide Reassurance

Offer consistent love and support to aid your child’s recovery.

Model Healthy Coping

Demonstrate effective coping strategies to help children manage their emotions.

Seek Professional Support

Consult mental health professionals to assist in processing trauma.

Celebrate Progress

Acknowledge and reinforce your child’s emotional growth and achievements.

Understanding ACES, Trauma Response, and Coping Strategies

ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences)

Understand ACEs: Recognize that Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) like abuse, neglect, or household dysfunction can deeply affect a child’s emotional and physical development.
Acknowledge Impact: Be aware that ACEs can increase risks for mental health issues and chronic diseases later in life, shaping behavior, stress responses, and overall well-being.
Educate and Intervene: Educate caregivers on ACEs and integrate trauma-informed approaches into parenting to foster a supportive environment where children can safely express emotions and seek help.
Promote Resilience: Identify and address ACEs early to mitigate long-term effects, promote resilience, and stay updated on best practices and research to provide effective support.

Identifying Trauma Responses

Identify Responses: Recognize that trauma can manifest in various ways, including aggression, withdrawal, or anxiety, with children displaying heightened defensiveness, avoidance, or emotional numbness.
Observe Carefully: Pay attention to signs like behavioral changes, school difficulties, or increased stress sensitivity, understanding that each child’s response varies based on their experiences and developmental stage.
Foster Communication: Approach signs of trauma with sensitivity and empathy, creating a safe space for open communication without judgment to support effective responses.
Support Recovery: Use awareness of trauma responses to provide appropriate reassurance and support, developing long-term strategies for emotional regulation and recovery.

Modeling Healthy Coping

Model Coping Strategies: Demonstrate effective stress management techniques like mindfulness, problem-solving, and emotional regulation, providing children with practical tools to handle their own stress.
Integrate into Routine: Actively practice and incorporate coping strategies into daily routines, showing how to handle stress constructively, discuss feelings openly, and seek support when needed.
Reinforce Resilience: Consistently model resilience and healthy coping mechanisms to support children’s development and create an emotionally supportive household.
Adapt Strategies: Continuously assess and adapt coping strategies based on evolving research, ensuring both parents and children are equipped to handle new challenges effectively.