Free training about child trauma offered
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CSKT’s Project Launch is offering a free training on Oct. 21 and 22 from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Oct. 21 and 22 (MEA Days ) at the Ronan School Performing Arts Center.
Dr. Emily Wang, who works with renowned psychiatrist and neuroscientist Dr. Bruce D. Perry, M.D., Ph.D., will present treatment strategies to address the long-term effects of neglect and trauma on high-risk children. The treatment is called the Neurosequential Model (NM).
The development of a young child’s brain is influenced by genetic factors as well as experience. Experiences (especially early in life) have a profound impact in shaping the organization of the brain, which, in turn, influences the emotional, social, cognitive, and physiological development.
Research identifies that as many as 40% of kids have had a traumatic experience in their lives. If the trauma is significant and therefore toxic, it can impact brain development, behavior, physical, mental and emotional health. This in turn can lead to addiction issues, violence, depression, academic impairment and generally poor health – by four to twelve times (depending on a variety of related factors).
Dr. Wang is passionate about the individual support and interventions she can provide to children and families through her understanding of brain development, early childhood development, and significant relationships as recognized by training in NM.
Go to http://csktdhrd.org/home/ mea-conference to register. Space is limited.
