May 26, 2023

Helping Your Child Heal After Trauma

www.kidshealth.org

Helping Your Child Heal After Trauma

Nemours KidsHealth Foundation

Published by KidsHealth, Helping Your Child Heal After Trauma provides essential information and guidance for parents in understanding and addressing traumatic experiences in children. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing the signs of trauma and the need for immediate support. The article offers insights into the effects of trauma on children's emotional and physical well-being, emphasizing the significance of spending time with your child and creating a safe and supportive environment. It also provides practical strategies for parents to help their children cope with trauma, including offering reassurance, maintaining routines, seeking professional help when necessary, and fostering open communication.


Read the article to learn more about trauma, its impact on children, and how to support and care for children who have experienced trauma.

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