Child Trauma & Parent Guide

ec hispanic media INFOGRAPHIC Los Angeles Child Guidance Clinic www.lachild.org | 323.766.2345 Understanding stress disorder in children A GUIDE FOR PARENTS NO SAFE HAVEN 47% What is stress disorder? Among urban communities middle and junior high school students, 41 percent reported witnessing a stabbing or shooting in the past year. Stress disorder occurs when children and adolescents are exposed to traumatic events or situations overwhelming their abilities to face life. Certain situations such as fearing for their life, getting hurt, witnessing violence or losing a loved one can cause stress disorder. Schwab-Stone, ME, Ayers, TS., Kasprow, W. & Vayce, C. (1985) No sate haver a study of vialence exposure in an urtan commuy Jounal of he American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiary, 34: 1343-1352 Insomnia and nightmares Symptoms and behavior → Refuses to attend school → Loss of appetite experienced by children and adolescents suffering Bedwetting (among other stage regression behavior) → Interference with development accomplishments A Anger from stress disorder → Attention deficit disorder → Avoiding frightening situations → Shyness with friends and activities Fighting at school or with siblings → Nervousness - Disruptive memories of situations → Reenactment of the event 9. 2010 NATIONAL ABUSE STATISTICS Approximately 695,000 children were victims of maltreatment Of the children who experienced maltreatment or abuse, over 78% experienced neglect, more than 17% were physically abused, just under 10% were sexually abused, approximately 8% were psychologically maltreated, just over 2% were medically neglected and approximately 10% experienced other types of treatment. natioralchihrensalarce og 2011 Shudy WITNESS VIOLENCE 70% In a nationally representative sample, How can one best 70.2% of children report that they have witnessed some type of violence in their home, school or community by age 17. treat stress disorder (Finkelhor, Auner, Ormvod, and Hamby 2009). in children? SERIOUS ISSUES 1 Educating oneself on the impact of the trauma 25% Helping families to reestablish the sense of safety Learning techniques to manage overwhelming emotional reactions 4 Opening an accepting and safe communication channel to discuss and treat the traumatic event 5 Involving the primary caretakers in the healing process More than 25% of American youth experience a serious traumatic event by age 16. (Costelo, Erkank, Favbani, and Angold 2002) How can I help my child/adolescent? 275 million children worldwide witness domestic abuse A Get informed about the most common reactions on children after traumatic events. There are 250,000 Consult with a mental health specialist if the symptoms continue. Ask your child's school to refer you to a professional. child soldiers in the world 218 million children worldwide C Make your child/adolescent feel safe, make them aware of the safety measures at home and at school. are laborers and 1.8 million are D Reassure your child/adolescent they are not to blame for the situation; children tend to blame themselves even when they were not in control of these events. involved in prostitution or pornography E) Allow your child to express feelings of fear and fantasy. This is part of the recovery process. E Maintain routine activities to support the recov- ery process, most importantly make sure your child/adolescent keeps attending school. Be patient, there is no set time for recovery. Make sure not to demand your child/adolescent to "get over it" and make he/she feel guilt-free of their feelings. WORLD STATS SOURCES WHQ UN, Al and Seave The Children. Independent co.uk. How can I make sure my child receives help at school? Speak to the school's psychologist, counselor or principal to determine if he/she qualifies to receive help. This infographic was created with information gathered from national organizations' experts working to prevent child abuse and promote their wellbeing. To download this infographic and obtain advice on upbringing visit http://childwelfare.gov/pubs/guide2012/sptips.pdf or call 800.394.3366. ec hispanic media INFOGRAPHIC Los Angeles Child Guidance Clinic www.lachild.org | 323.766.2345 Understanding stress disorder in children A GUIDE FOR PARENTS NO SAFE HAVEN 47% What is stress disorder? Among urban communities middle and junior high school students, 41 percent reported witnessing a stabbing or shooting in the past year. Stress disorder occurs when children and adolescents are exposed to traumatic events or situations overwhelming their abilities to face life. Certain situations such as fearing for their life, getting hurt, witnessing violence or losing a loved one can cause stress disorder. Schwab-Stone, ME, Ayers, TS., Kasprow, W. & Vayce, C. (1985) No sate haver a study of vialence exposure in an urtan commuy Jounal of he American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiary, 34: 1343-1352 Insomnia and nightmares Symptoms and behavior → Refuses to attend school → Loss of appetite experienced by children and adolescents suffering Bedwetting (among other stage regression behavior) → Interference with development accomplishments A Anger from stress disorder → Attention deficit disorder → Avoiding frightening situations → Shyness with friends and activities Fighting at school or with siblings → Nervousness - Disruptive memories of situations → Reenactment of the event 9. 2010 NATIONAL ABUSE STATISTICS Approximately 695,000 children were victims of maltreatment Of the children who experienced maltreatment or abuse, over 78% experienced neglect, more than 17% were physically abused, just under 10% were sexually abused, approximately 8% were psychologically maltreated, just over 2% were medically neglected and approximately 10% experienced other types of treatment. natioralchihrensalarce og 2011 Shudy WITNESS VIOLENCE 70% In a nationally representative sample, How can one best 70.2% of children report that they have witnessed some type of violence in their home, school or community by age 17. treat stress disorder (Finkelhor, Auner, Ormvod, and Hamby 2009). in children? SERIOUS ISSUES 1 Educating oneself on the impact of the trauma 25% Helping families to reestablish the sense of safety Learning techniques to manage overwhelming emotional reactions 4 Opening an accepting and safe communication channel to discuss and treat the traumatic event 5 Involving the primary caretakers in the healing process More than 25% of American youth experience a serious traumatic event by age 16. (Costelo, Erkank, Favbani, and Angold 2002) How can I help my child/adolescent? 275 million children worldwide witness domestic abuse A Get informed about the most common reactions on children after traumatic events. There are 250,000 Consult with a mental health specialist if the symptoms continue. Ask your child's school to refer you to a professional. child soldiers in the world 218 million children worldwide C Make your child/adolescent feel safe, make them aware of the safety measures at home and at school. are laborers and 1.8 million are D Reassure your child/adolescent they are not to blame for the situation; children tend to blame themselves even when they were not in control of these events. involved in prostitution or pornography E) Allow your child to express feelings of fear and fantasy. This is part of the recovery process. E Maintain routine activities to support the recov- ery process, most importantly make sure your child/adolescent keeps attending school. Be patient, there is no set time for recovery. Make sure not to demand your child/adolescent to "get over it" and make he/she feel guilt-free of their feelings. WORLD STATS SOURCES WHQ UN, Al and Seave The Children. Independent co.uk. How can I make sure my child receives help at school? Speak to the school's psychologist, counselor or principal to determine if he/she qualifies to receive help. This infographic was created with information gathered from national organizations' experts working to prevent child abuse and promote their wellbeing. To download this infographic and obtain advice on upbringing visit http://childwelfare.gov/pubs/guide2012/sptips.pdf or call 800.394.3366. ec hispanic media INFOGRAPHIC Los Angeles Child Guidance Clinic www.lachild.org | 323.766.2345 Understanding stress disorder in children A GUIDE FOR PARENTS NO SAFE HAVEN 47% What is stress disorder? Among urban communities middle and junior high school students, 41 percent reported witnessing a stabbing or shooting in the past year. Stress disorder occurs when children and adolescents are exposed to traumatic events or situations overwhelming their abilities to face life. Certain situations such as fearing for their life, getting hurt, witnessing violence or losing a loved one can cause stress disorder. Schwab-Stone, ME, Ayers, TS., Kasprow, W. & Vayce, C. (1985) No sate haver a study of vialence exposure in an urtan commuy Jounal of he American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiary, 34: 1343-1352 Insomnia and nightmares Symptoms and behavior → Refuses to attend school → Loss of appetite experienced by children and adolescents suffering Bedwetting (among other stage regression behavior) → Interference with development accomplishments A Anger from stress disorder → Attention deficit disorder → Avoiding frightening situations → Shyness with friends and activities Fighting at school or with siblings → Nervousness - Disruptive memories of situations → Reenactment of the event 9. 2010 NATIONAL ABUSE STATISTICS Approximately 695,000 children were victims of maltreatment Of the children who experienced maltreatment or abuse, over 78% experienced neglect, more than 17% were physically abused, just under 10% were sexually abused, approximately 8% were psychologically maltreated, just over 2% were medically neglected and approximately 10% experienced other types of treatment. natioralchihrensalarce og 2011 Shudy WITNESS VIOLENCE 70% In a nationally representative sample, How can one best 70.2% of children report that they have witnessed some type of violence in their home, school or community by age 17. treat stress disorder (Finkelhor, Auner, Ormvod, and Hamby 2009). in children? SERIOUS ISSUES 1 Educating oneself on the impact of the trauma 25% Helping families to reestablish the sense of safety Learning techniques to manage overwhelming emotional reactions 4 Opening an accepting and safe communication channel to discuss and treat the traumatic event 5 Involving the primary caretakers in the healing process More than 25% of American youth experience a serious traumatic event by age 16. (Costelo, Erkank, Favbani, and Angold 2002) How can I help my child/adolescent? 275 million children worldwide witness domestic abuse A Get informed about the most common reactions on children after traumatic events. There are 250,000 Consult with a mental health specialist if the symptoms continue. Ask your child's school to refer you to a professional. child soldiers in the world 218 million children worldwide C Make your child/adolescent feel safe, make them aware of the safety measures at home and at school. are laborers and 1.8 million are D Reassure your child/adolescent they are not to blame for the situation; children tend to blame themselves even when they were not in control of these events. involved in prostitution or pornography E) Allow your child to express feelings of fear and fantasy. This is part of the recovery process. E Maintain routine activities to support the recov- ery process, most importantly make sure your child/adolescent keeps attending school. Be patient, there is no set time for recovery. Make sure not to demand your child/adolescent to "get over it" and make he/she feel guilt-free of their feelings. WORLD STATS SOURCES WHQ UN, Al and Seave The Children. Independent co.uk. How can I make sure my child receives help at school? Speak to the school's psychologist, counselor or principal to determine if he/she qualifies to receive help. This infographic was created with information gathered from national organizations' experts working to prevent child abuse and promote their wellbeing. To download this infographic and obtain advice on upbringing visit http://childwelfare.gov/pubs/guide2012/sptips.pdf or call 800.394.3366. ec hispanic media INFOGRAPHIC Los Angeles Child Guidance Clinic www.lachild.org | 323.766.2345 Understanding stress disorder in children A GUIDE FOR PARENTS NO SAFE HAVEN 47% What is stress disorder? Among urban communities middle and junior high school students, 41 percent reported witnessing a stabbing or shooting in the past year. Stress disorder occurs when children and adolescents are exposed to traumatic events or situations overwhelming their abilities to face life. Certain situations such as fearing for their life, getting hurt, witnessing violence or losing a loved one can cause stress disorder. Schwab-Stone, ME, Ayers, TS., Kasprow, W. & Vayce, C. (1985) No sate haver a study of vialence exposure in an urtan commuy Jounal of he American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiary, 34: 1343-1352 Insomnia and nightmares Symptoms and behavior → Refuses to attend school → Loss of appetite experienced by children and adolescents suffering Bedwetting (among other stage regression behavior) → Interference with development accomplishments A Anger from stress disorder → Attention deficit disorder → Avoiding frightening situations → Shyness with friends and activities Fighting at school or with siblings → Nervousness - Disruptive memories of situations → Reenactment of the event 9. 2010 NATIONAL ABUSE STATISTICS Approximately 695,000 children were victims of maltreatment Of the children who experienced maltreatment or abuse, over 78% experienced neglect, more than 17% were physically abused, just under 10% were sexually abused, approximately 8% were psychologically maltreated, just over 2% were medically neglected and approximately 10% experienced other types of treatment. natioralchihrensalarce og 2011 Shudy WITNESS VIOLENCE 70% In a nationally representative sample, How can one best 70.2% of children report that they have witnessed some type of violence in their home, school or community by age 17. treat stress disorder (Finkelhor, Auner, Ormvod, and Hamby 2009). in children? SERIOUS ISSUES 1 Educating oneself on the impact of the trauma 25% Helping families to reestablish the sense of safety Learning techniques to manage overwhelming emotional reactions 4 Opening an accepting and safe communication channel to discuss and treat the traumatic event 5 Involving the primary caretakers in the healing process More than 25% of American youth experience a serious traumatic event by age 16. (Costelo, Erkank, Favbani, and Angold 2002) How can I help my child/adolescent? 275 million children worldwide witness domestic abuse A Get informed about the most common reactions on children after traumatic events. There are 250,000 Consult with a mental health specialist if the symptoms continue. Ask your child's school to refer you to a professional. child soldiers in the world 218 million children worldwide C Make your child/adolescent feel safe, make them aware of the safety measures at home and at school. are laborers and 1.8 million are D Reassure your child/adolescent they are not to blame for the situation; children tend to blame themselves even when they were not in control of these events. involved in prostitution or pornography E) Allow your child to express feelings of fear and fantasy. This is part of the recovery process. E Maintain routine activities to support the recov- ery process, most importantly make sure your child/adolescent keeps attending school. Be patient, there is no set time for recovery. Make sure not to demand your child/adolescent to "get over it" and make he/she feel guilt-free of their feelings. WORLD STATS SOURCES WHQ UN, Al and Seave The Children. Independent co.uk. How can I make sure my child receives help at school? Speak to the school's psychologist, counselor or principal to determine if he/she qualifies to receive help. This infographic was created with information gathered from national organizations' experts working to prevent child abuse and promote their wellbeing. To download this infographic and obtain advice on upbringing visit http://childwelfare.gov/pubs/guide2012/sptips.pdf or call 800.394.3366. ec hispanic media INFOGRAPHIC Los Angeles Child Guidance Clinic www.lachild.org | 323.766.2345 Understanding stress disorder in children A GUIDE FOR PARENTS NO SAFE HAVEN 47% What is stress disorder? Among urban communities middle and junior high school students, 41 percent reported witnessing a stabbing or shooting in the past year. Stress disorder occurs when children and adolescents are exposed to traumatic events or situations overwhelming their abilities to face life. Certain situations such as fearing for their life, getting hurt, witnessing violence or losing a loved one can cause stress disorder. Schwab-Stone, ME, Ayers, TS., Kasprow, W. & Vayce, C. (1985) No sate haver a study of vialence exposure in an urtan commuy Jounal of he American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiary, 34: 1343-1352 Insomnia and nightmares Symptoms and behavior → Refuses to attend school → Loss of appetite experienced by children and adolescents suffering Bedwetting (among other stage regression behavior) → Interference with development accomplishments A Anger from stress disorder → Attention deficit disorder → Avoiding frightening situations → Shyness with friends and activities Fighting at school or with siblings → Nervousness - Disruptive memories of situations → Reenactment of the event 9. 2010 NATIONAL ABUSE STATISTICS Approximately 695,000 children were victims of maltreatment Of the children who experienced maltreatment or abuse, over 78% experienced neglect, more than 17% were physically abused, just under 10% were sexually abused, approximately 8% were psychologically maltreated, just over 2% were medically neglected and approximately 10% experienced other types of treatment. natioralchihrensalarce og 2011 Shudy WITNESS VIOLENCE 70% In a nationally representative sample, How can one best 70.2% of children report that they have witnessed some type of violence in their home, school or community by age 17. treat stress disorder (Finkelhor, Auner, Ormvod, and Hamby 2009). in children? SERIOUS ISSUES 1 Educating oneself on the impact of the trauma 25% Helping families to reestablish the sense of safety Learning techniques to manage overwhelming emotional reactions 4 Opening an accepting and safe communication channel to discuss and treat the traumatic event 5 Involving the primary caretakers in the healing process More than 25% of American youth experience a serious traumatic event by age 16. (Costelo, Erkank, Favbani, and Angold 2002) How can I help my child/adolescent? 275 million children worldwide witness domestic abuse A Get informed about the most common reactions on children after traumatic events. There are 250,000 Consult with a mental health specialist if the symptoms continue. Ask your child's school to refer you to a professional. child soldiers in the world 218 million children worldwide C Make your child/adolescent feel safe, make them aware of the safety measures at home and at school. are laborers and 1.8 million are D Reassure your child/adolescent they are not to blame for the situation; children tend to blame themselves even when they were not in control of these events. involved in prostitution or pornography E) Allow your child to express feelings of fear and fantasy. This is part of the recovery process. E Maintain routine activities to support the recov- ery process, most importantly make sure your child/adolescent keeps attending school. Be patient, there is no set time for recovery. Make sure not to demand your child/adolescent to "get over it" and make he/she feel guilt-free of their feelings. WORLD STATS SOURCES WHQ UN, Al and Seave The Children. Independent co.uk. How can I make sure my child receives help at school? Speak to the school's psychologist, counselor or principal to determine if he/she qualifies to receive help. This infographic was created with information gathered from national organizations' experts working to prevent child abuse and promote their wellbeing. To download this infographic and obtain advice on upbringing visit http://childwelfare.gov/pubs/guide2012/sptips.pdf or call 800.394.3366.