The 12 Core Concepts for Understanding Traumatic Stress Responses in Children and Families provide a rationale for trauma-informed assessment and intervention. The Concepts cover a broad range of points that practitioners and agencies should consider as they strive to assess, understand, and assist trauma-exposed children, families, and communities in trauma-informed ways.
This resource from NCTSN provides you with information about what trauma responses by children with IDD may look like. It also provides information on when parents/caregivers should seek help.
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| This guide provides many useful tips and resources for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who have experienced trauma. |
| 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. |
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This fact sheet presents information to providers about the impact of trauma on youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It details screening and assessment techniques, diagnostic considerations, and treatment options.
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