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Tips for talking with children & youth of different age groups after a disaster or traumatic event: a guide for parents, caregivers, & teachers
Adult support and reassurance is the key to helping children through a traumatic time. This resource helps with tips with how to talk with youth of all ages after traumatic events. View PDFRead more
Talking to Children About Cancer
This website is a great resource for kids who have to navigate a cancer diagnosis of a loved one. You can find lots of tips and education on talking to children about this difficult situation that may be hard for them to understand. Visit the WebsiteRead moreSuicide, Self-Harm, and LGBTQ Youth: Tips for Therapists
This fact sheet discusses tips for providers who may have LGBTQ+ youth clientele with suicidal ideation or self-harm behaviors. View PDFRead more
Safe Spaces, Safe Places: Creating Welcoming and Inclusive Environments for Traumatized LGBTQ Youth
This video provides information on how to create an inviting and safe environment for LGBTQ+ youth who have experienced trauma. Read moreCulture Protects Us
This resource from the National Native Child Trauma Center provides information about the medicine wheel and how culture is a protective factor - a blog post and video is provided here. Read moreWeRNative Website
This website is a great resource for Native American Youth. It provides a multitude of information and material that can assist youth in all aspects of their life, including their mental health. Visit the WebsiteRead moreTip Sheet: Age-Appropriate Sexual Behavior
This tip sheet provides guidance on what age-appropriate sexual behaviors may look like. It is important as clinicians, caregivers, and parents to understand and recognize what the typical age-related behaviors are and what maladaptive behaviors may be. View PDFRead moreTeenagers and Sexual Violence
Research has shown that "1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6 boys have been sexually abused before the age of 18." This resource provides information on the effects of sexual violence on teenagers and who may be at a greater risk of experiencing sexual violence. View PDFRead more
Children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Can Experience Traumatic Stress: A Fact Sheet for Parents and Caregivers
Are you a parent or caregiver who has a child with intellectual and developmental disabilities? This fact sheet will provide you information about how children with IDD may be at risk for traumatic experiences and traumatic stress. View PDFRead more
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