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Supporting a child or young adult who has experienced trauma or has had an upbringing with adversity can experience a whole host of challenges.  As a caregiver, you want to do your best to ensure that the young person has a support unit in place to help them in times of uncertainty or distress, but […]

Caregiving, whilst incredibly rewarding and fulfilling, can at times be extremely emotionally demanding. When it becomes too much, caregivers can experience physical and emotional exhaustion and a weakened sense of empathy for the suffering of others.  What is Compassion Fatigue? The term compassion fatigue was first introduced by Charles Figley in the 1980s to describe […]

As caregivers, our ultimate goal is to give our children the brightest possible future. Children can face stressors in different environments, such as at home or within their peer relationships, which can impact their day-to-day function.  Educators and carers are in a key position to help children develop skills to help them navigate and overcome […]

Young people who reside in Supported Accomodation settings have very often experienced significant childhood adversity and trauma. These experiences can have a significant long-term impact on a young person’s psychological well-being and development across a range of areas. As these young people move towards independence, it is paramount that they have a safe, nurturing environment […]

Over recent years, the importance of understanding and utilising trauma-informed language has gained increasing attention. Trauma-informed language is important in any professional or caregiving setting, but it is particularly important when working with those who have experienced significant early trauma and adversity.  Experiencing traumatic and adverse childhood experiences (such as witnessing violence or facing loss, […]

Meadows Psychology Service is proud to deliver a range of flexible and adaptive projects in partnership with local authorities. These projects are tailored to meet the specific needs of children and young people within that authority who have experienced significant trauma. ‘Our Safe Space’ is the emotional health and well-being service for Wigan’s care-experienced children […]

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 […]