More than 20% of babies will have at least one traumatic experience. Whether in a classroom or home setting, caregivers who are aware of the effects of trauma are better equipped to help young children process those negative experiences. The more we support children who have had traumatic experiences, the better their chance of thriving. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4bmhBd0
ZERO TO THREE | Buzzword: Trauma-Informed Care
I have been teaching mindfulness along with my curriculum in my classroom and what a difference it has made in my students. They are more in control of their feelings, they are able to self regulate and their academic performance has increased. It’s amazing to see!
Regardless of children’s experiences- I have yet to meet any early educator or early care provider who didn’t benefit after engaging trauma informed learning approaches and practices.
Great clip to sum up the need for trauma-informed adolescent care. It’s so important that we as adults - whether teachers, clinicians, foster parents - recognize the signs of ACEs & handle with care. Thanks for this.
So glad this is getting some much-needed attention. The effects of childhood trauma are real!
Writing as DCELC, DC EARLY LEARNING COLLABORATIVE
1moThis is one of the reasons early childhood advocates encourage and reward academic training for early educators. They learn strategies for supporting children, encouraging them and how love and attention can help heal trauma and help in building self confidence .