Millions of lives have been affected in unprecedented ways by the Coronavirus (COVID-19). We are all grappling with uncertainty—our daily routines interrupted, not knowing what is to come. For those of us who have Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), these times can be particularly distressing. At the Center for Youth Wellness (CYW), we know that childhood trauma can have a significant impact on an individual’s health and well-being – both physiologically and psychologically. Since the...

See below for links to video and other resources! Thanks to everyone who attended Bounce Grand Rounds last month as we discussed supporting foster youth and families who have struggled with adversity. In case you missed it, watch the recording here . Special thanks to our panelist Sarah Stalker, child advocate and Kentucky Department for Community Based Services foster parent. Tip of the Month There are lots of different ways to teach our kids how to take deep breaths. One of the best ways...

Parenting is a very rewarding and joyful experience. But it often comes with its fair share of challenges and stress. Parental and familial stress may come from a variety of sources, such as typical life events and changes, social pressures, environmental conditions, and even big, long-term traumas (e.g. a global pandemic). Research indicates that the way a parent/caregiver reacts to and copes with trauma and stress has a larger impact on a child than the trauma or stress itself. In other...