2.11 Summary

In this section you have learned about trauma and in particular:

  • How we might define and describe trauma, including distinct types of traumas, and the range of both short-term and long-term impacts it can have.
  • How to recognise the symptoms and effects of trauma in different contexts.
  • The five trauma responses and the window of tolerance.
  • The five trauma-informed principles and what it means to be trauma-informed.

 

Moving on

When you are ready, you can move on to Section 3: Nurturing connections – building positive relationships.

2.10 Trauma-informed practice with children and young people