Description
At least 30% of children will experience trauma before their 18th birthday – with that number farÌýhigher in some countries or communities, where occurrences such as community violence or manmadeÌýor natural disasters might be more common. An even greater percentage will experienceÌýadverse childhood events, which can range from poverty, family dysfunction, through toÌýmaltreatment. Because of the prevalence of such experiences, and their robust association with poorÌýmental health outcomes, the potential consequences of adversity and trauma on a child’sÌýdevelopmental trajectory is a key area for research and practice.
You will learn about the impact childhood trauma and adversity can have on the mental health andÌýwellbeing of children and adolescents. The emphasis in this module will be on practice and policyÌýrelated approaches to prevention and intervention. For example, you will learn about the formulationÌýof mental health difficulties related to childhood adversity or trauma-exposure, and the particularÌýclinical challenges of working with affected young people. This module will also introduce you to theÌýrole systems play in supporting children who have had such experiences, including a consideration ofÌýculture and context, including community resources. This module will therefore span teaching onÌýindividual therapeutic approaches, trauma-informed practices across different settings and contexts,Ìýand policy implications.
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
Last updated
This module description was last updated on 19th August 2024.
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