Census Bureau Invites Public Input on Designing 2030 Census
(What information should the Census Bureau be collecting and correlating in order to better identify communities at greater risk for a traumatic childhood environment.
August 2022
Poverty, ACEs and Premature Death
Clusters of adversity including poverty and parental separation and poverty and crowded housing increase the risk of premature death by about 50%. The totality of evidence demands expanded efforts to prevent and reduce children’s exposure to toxic stressors particularly poverty, poor housing conditions, and parental separation.
From Trauma to Resiliency: Trauma-Informed Practices for Working with Children, Families, Schools, and Communities (Routledge Textbook)
(Congratulations to Dr. Audrey Hokoda and Dr. Shulamit Ritblatt for their steadfast dedication as Editors of this textbook. Long-standing San Diego Trauma-Informed Guide Team (SDTIGT) member, there are more SDTIGT members who are co-authors. Congratulations to all contributors!) From Trauma to Resiliency: Trauma-Informed Practices for Working with Children, Families, Schools, and Communities Edited by Shulamit Natan Ritblatt, San Diego State University, California, USA and Audrey Hokoda ,...
Why Are People Who Use Illegal Drugs Demonized?
In many parts of the world, people who take illegal substances are punished with harsh prison sentences or executions that are unjustified. Behind this treatment lie prejudices that have a surprising history.
Indigenous groups are Healing Trauma for Better Health
Indigenous communities are addressing emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being by revitalizing cultural traditions, and using policies and family and social support programs to improve health.