Trauma
What is trauma?
Trauma is when a person experiences something really scary, and it affects them for a long time after.
What does PTSD stand for?
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
How many kids lose a parent by the time they turn 18?
About 1 in 10 (over 6 million kids in the US)
What will a normal therapy session look like?
1/2 the time with the child, and 1/2 the time with the caregiver/parent
Why do people develop PTSD symptoms after going through trauma?
Their bodies are trying to protect themselves.
Distressing memories, avoidance of the past, negative thoughts, and strong reactions in the body.
True or False: Kids who lose a parent before the age of 12 are LESS likely to develop PTSD and depression than older kids who lose a parent.
False
What will we be tracking each week in therapy?
The 3 symptoms that bother us the most.
What happens in the brain when people are triggered by reminders of their trauma?
The upper brain (the thinking brain) shuts down temporarily, and the lower brain (the feeling brain) takes over.
____ out of 5 kids who complete TF-CBT no longer have PTSD after.
4
Name 2 common ways that losing a parent affects a child.
see sheet
How soon do people start to feel better with this type of therapy? (even a little)
Within about 1 month from the first treatment session.
How do people heal from trauma?
Gradual exposure, cognitive coping skills, somatic (body) coping skills, and support from others.
What parts of life does PTSD effect?
Many things! Including school, family, friendships, and mental health.
Name 2 common ways that losing a parent affects a child.
see sheet
True or False: In therapy, the child and parent/caregiver will usually have some kind of homework each week to practice.
True