What is trauma?
What makes something a trauma?
Something that is really scary or confusing that doesn't go away because you felt threatened.
What is called when kids respond by running away or trying to hide from something?
Flight Response
What are common symptoms after separation from a caregiver or family member?
Fear of abandonment, clinginess, hyper-vigilance, anxious/depressed feelings, negative/catastrophic thoughts, self-blame/low self-esteem, etc.
How many kids go through separation from caregivers each year in NC?
Approximately 10,300 kids
What skills does therapy teach to help deal with difficult emotions?
Coping skills (relaxation, emotion regulation, cognitive coping, etc.)
What is it called when kids are removed from their parent's care?
Separation from a caregiver
What is it called when a person feels threatened and they decide to be aggressive?
Fight Response
What are some symptoms after physical abuse?
Anxiety, nightmares, bruises or scars, intrusive memories, not trusting others, avoidance, hyper-vigilance, etc.
1 in ___ children have experienced abuse or neglect in the past year.
7
Therapy provides a safe space for me to talk openly about my thoughts, ________, and actions/reactions.
Feelings / Emotions
What is it called when a kid is hit, kicked, or repeatedly hurt by a caregiver/parent?
Physical abuse
What is it called when kids stand there and try to wait for something to be over?
Freeze Response
What are symptoms after verbal/emotional abuse?
Memories popping in, negative thoughts of self and others, avoidance, depressed/anxious mood.
What percent of kids are abused in more than 1 way?
16%
Therapy encourages me to invite my supportive caregivers to sessions so I can share with them and they can learn with me. My supports are ___ and _______.
Mom and Dad (foster parents)
What is it called when your emotions are being hurt by hurtful words or threats?
Emotional Abuse
How do kids feel during trauma?
Sad, scared, nervous, confused, hurt, lonely, etc.
What symptom of trauma makes it the hardest to heal?
Avoidance
76% of child abuse perpetrators are a ______ to the child.
Parent or caregiver
Therapy helps me change my thoughts about my trauma experiences so that I can feel more confident and safer. I am able to share my thoughts openly in therapy because therapy is a no _________ zone. (Hint: it means you can share your thoughts without having to worry about what someone else might think about them)
Judgement
The types of trauma I have experienced are: _______, _________, ________, and _________.
Physical abuse, emotional abuse, domestic violence, separation from caregiver and family members
What are some ways I reacted to my trauma?
Sad, scared, nervous, confused, hurt, lonely, freezing up, etc.
What is it called when a kid becomes "super jumpy" at loud noises or will always "keep an eye out" for danger?
Hyper-Vigilance
How many children are in the foster system in NC?
More than 12,000 kids
Things I hope therapy helps with are:
Anything! :)