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Caring for children in the current social landscape can be difficult. Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon for children to be exposed to instances or events which can cause trauma.  Children who have experienced trauma experience physical changes to their brains, which may make it more difficult for them to adjust in comparison to other children, preventing […]

Children and young people who reside in children’s residential homes have often experienced significant trauma and adversity. These experiences can have a profound and lasting impact on a young person’s physical, emotional, social and neurological development. Adopting a trauma-informed approach is, therefore, essential for effectively supporting and caring for children and young people in residential […]

In childhood, we develop the emotional, social and cognitive skills needed to thrive as adults. Sadly, however, many young people experience early trauma such as abuse, neglect or other adverse experiences that can disrupt their development across a range of areas and lead to a range of mental health challenges later in life. Safe, nurturing […]

Childhood trauma is a significant issue that affects a number of children worldwide. But how does child trauma present in the classroom? Research shows that a large percentage of children experience trauma in their early years, and this can have long-lasting consequences for a child’s health, wellbeing, and development across a range of areas. Exposure […]

Supported accommodation provides safe accommodation and support for 16 to 18 year-old looked after children and care leavers. Providers of supported accommodation play a key role in enabling young people who have grown up within the care system to live independently. While many children in the care system will be best placed in foster care […]

Research conducted over the past few decades has led to a greater awareness of the prevalence of trauma in society, and a deeper understanding of the profound and long-term effects that trauma can have on individuals, families and communities. A key area of interest has been the growing body of evidence which highlights how, when […]

Every year, thousands of children are exploited, and perpetrators are developing new and advanced ways of coercing children and young people for their own benefit. Whatever form child exploitation takes, it has a significant impact on a child’s well-being and development. It is vital that those caring for children are aware of and able to […]

Childhood trauma refers to a broad range of adverse experiences that occur during infancy and childhood, which have a profound impact on one’s development and functioning. Traumatic experiences may include physical, sexual, or emotional abuse and neglect, or a child may witness events which are scary and frightening and which cause significant disruptions to their […]

The PACE approach, developed by clinical psychologist Dr Dan Hughes over 20 years ago, focuses on building safe and trusting relationships with children and young people, particularly those who have experienced trauma. The acronym PACE stands for: In this blog post, we will delve deeper into each component, explore practical applications, and discuss the impact of PACE […]