Did you know trauma can change the human brain? Trauma is not just a buzzword; it’s the key to understanding certain human behaviors. Its effects are far-reaching, but learning to recognize its trademarks will help you unshackle yourself and others from unhealthy behaviors and outcomes. Join us as we learn how to recognize trauma, understand
In this webinar, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center’s Dr. Lynne Smith discusses the effects of prenatal methamphetamine exposure, including: effects on somatic growth and neurodevelopment prenatal and postnatal environmental factors that influence the effects of prenatal methamphetamine exposure Click here to view this training. Please submit a short summary or a certificate (if received) to Alexis to
Children and parents in foster, adoptive, and kinship families have varied and complex trauma experiences. As a result, there has been a strong focus on becoming trauma-informed in our child welfare practices. However, to truly meet the complex needs of families, it’s important for agencies to move beyond trauma-informed to provide trauma-responsive support to children,
Childhood trauma is common, and a natural response to overwhelming events, yet most people are unaware of what it is and how it shows up in the life of a child. If you are raising a child with big emotions and nothing you do seems to help, this webinar is for you! You will take
This 1.5 hour webinar for child-serving professionals introduces the concepts of compassion fatigue and secondary traumatic stress, and offers an opportunity to discuss the emotional impact of this work on helping professionals. Click here to view this training. Please submit a short summary or a certificate (if received) to Alexis to receive 1 hour of
The Latinx community in the United States is very diverse and includes people from many different nations and cultural origin. Despite the uniqueness of so many of the community’s members, many experience similar challenges when trying to handle—and address—mental health. Click here to view this training. Please submit a short summary or a certificate (if
The Honorable Judge Ernestine S. Gray, first Black Board Chair of National CASA/GAL, discusses the importance of keeping children who are engaged with the child welfare system with their families of origin. Click here to view this training. Please submit a short summary or a certificate (if received) to Alexis to receive 1 hour of
This webinar reviews development and attachment in early childhood. Our presenter, Jason J. Dillard MSEd, LIMHP, LADC, also provides a simplified understanding of how traumatic events in a child's life can alter that development and impact attachment. You will learn different methods used to assess attachment and development levels in young children and a basic
This presentation explores how to handle undocumented minors in the juvenile court and what impact advocacy may have on their immigration journey. With a specific emphasis on Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), it explores relief options available to minor clients and includes an overview of what immigration matters you must consider making sure the minor's
The Bridge in Hastings speaciliazes in the treatment of alcoholism, drug addiction, and substance abuse. This session gives a comprehensive overview. The Bridge may be access by anyone in Nebraska and you will learn about the services available, program insight, and available clinical services. Speakers include first-hand experience from women, including parents and their journeys
Project Harmony trainers present the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children’s materials targeting online safety. The training empowers parents, caregivers, and those who care about kids to engage in regular, age-appropriate conversations with youth about benefits, risks, and what to do if something happens online. The training includes resources and information from The National
Did you know trauma can change the human brain? Trauma is not just a buzzword; it’s the key to understanding certain human behaviors. Its effects are far-reaching, but learning to recognize its trademarks will help you unshackle yourself and others from unhealthy behaviors and outcomes. Join us as we learn how to recognize trauma, understand
