Fact Sheets
Teenagers 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
Complex Trauma: In Urban African-American Children, Youth, and Families
The following resource provides information about the complex trauma that some urban African-American children and their families endure. Learn about the challenges to providing services, overcoming barriers, and how you as a clinician, can help. View PDFRead more
Cultural Responsiveness to Racial Trauma
This factsheet provides information about racial trauma in regards to understanding it, why it matters, and what to do. View PDFRead more
Child Sex Trafficking: What You Might Not Know
Child sex trafficking occurs in the U.S. and youth may be commercially sexually exploited in many different ways. This factsheet provides notable information for providers and caregivers who are looking for more information on child sexual exploitation. View PDFRead more
SAMHSA Homelessness Resources: Youth
This webpage provides facts and resources about homelessness and youth. It provides information about risk factors, statistics, and the mental health consequences that may result from homelessness. View PDFRead more
Autism Resource for Warning Signs of Suicide: Considerations for the Autism Community
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that impacts many aspects of the individual’s life, socialization, perception of others, and their communication. Individuals with ASD are at risk for suicide. It is important to know warning signs for suicide in these individuals because some facets of ASD may be construed. This resource provides notableRead more
Domestic Violence and Children: Questions and Answers for Domestic Violence Project Advocates
Children may be witnesses of physical abuse, emotional abuse, or even experience abuse alongside a parent or caregiver. This fact sheet provides answers to frequently asked questions about the affects of domestic violence on children and ways to advocate and support those children. View PDFRead more
Complex Trauma: Facts for Service Providers Working with Homeless Youth and Young Adults
About 1 million to 1.6 million youth experience homelessness in the US in a given year. It is important to know how to interact, support, and provide for these youth as a mental health professional and advocate. Read this fact sheet to find out how homelessness affects youth and ways you can help individuals overcomeRead more
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