Estimates are that 20-30% of students in a typical Washington classroom have suffered significant trauma. This is even higher in at risk populations and treatment populations. We will look at the Adverse Childhood Experiences studies, what harm and neglect does to the young brain, what this means for behavior. Learn to address behaviors without using shame and humiliation. We will introduce Trauma Informed Care which stands to revolutionize substance abuse and mental health treatment, the juvenile justice system, and schools and school discipline.
