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How to Prevent PTSD in Traumatized Children
This post reviews some of the techniques parents and other adults can use to lower the risk of PTSD developing in our kids after they experience a traumatic event.
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Posted in Mental Health, PTSD, Strategies
Tagged adolescents, children, Dr. Peter Levine, Jolene Philo, Key Ministry, Maggie Kline, prevention, PTSD, resilience, trauma, trauma-proofing your kids
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I signed a contract with a literary agent…
I’ve been blessed by the opportunity to connect with a group of people to come alongside our ministry as we pursue the unique work God’s given us to do. Continue reading
Effective Treatment of PTSD in Children
The earlier children with PTSD are treated, the better. Early treatment means less likelihood of complications from multiple untreated traumas, less time for inappropriate trauma response behaviors to become ingrained habits, and less likelihood of other mental conditions arising from untreated traumas. Though early treatment is best, it is never too late to seek treatment. Continue reading
Childhood PTSD Symptoms in Tots, Teens, and In Between
Symptoms of childhood PTSD change as children mature. Behavioral clues and symptoms in a 2-year-old will be different from those of an 8-year-old, and the 8-year-old’s symptoms may be markedly different from those of an 17-year-old. Continue reading
Posted in PTSD, Resources
Tagged abuse, adolescents, children, children's ministry, Does My Child Have PTSD?, Jolene Philo, neglect, PTSD, student ministry, symptoms, trauma
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The instinctual trauma response
Today’s post takes a look at how the brain responds to perceived danger. Continue reading
What Causes PTSD in Children?
The good news is that most children don’t develop PTSD after experiencing traumatic events. Research is being conducted to discover why some children are more resilient than others. But mental health care professionals already know some factors exist that increase the risk of developing PTSD. Continue reading
Ten Common Myths Surrounding PTSD in Children
This post looks at what childhood trauma is not by providing a brief look at 10 common myths surrounding PTSD in children. Continue reading
Posted in Hidden Disabilities, Key Ministry, PTSD, Resources
Tagged children, children's ministry, Disability Ministry, Does My Child Have PTSD?, Inclusion, Jolene Philo, Key Ministry, myths, PTSD, trauma
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Childhood trauma, by any other name is still traumatic
I created three questions and answers to assist parents like me–and perhaps like you–who want to better understand children who live with trauma. Continue reading
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