SUPPORTING CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE THROUGH DIFFICULT LIFE EVENTS

Sometimes Children and Young People go through stressful, frightening or distressing events, which can be called emotional or psychological trauma. These events can cause long lasting harm, which might be noticeable soon or long after the event. Below are resources that provide advice on supporting in these situations:

Harvard Paediatrics website has good early childhood resources for caregivers regarding Adverse Childhood Events (ACE's) and developmental trauma.