Jenny Combs posted:I work with trauma-impacted children and their families. My experience with giving adults (usually parents) information about trauma and PTSD has been really good. Most of the parents respond with an "a-ha" kind of moment, as all their symptoms and behaviors suddenly make sense in the context of the trauma they experienced.
I would encourage you to be careful, however, especially if you are not a clinical therapist. Sometimes bringing this stuff up can really trigger people and you have to be prepared to handle that. People may start to cry or leave the room. You might want to warn folks about the topic of your discussion in case they want to skip group or give them the option to leave at any time. Make sure to come prepared with places to refer these folks who may want treatment after you give them the information on trauma.
I think using Nadine Harris's talk might be a good idea. It's been a while since I watched it, but from what I remember she's very passionate and personable in the talk. I think most people could understand what she is talking about, but it really depends on the functional level of the adults in th
Kim Ander posted:Hi Erica,
I have been working on a grant-funded project working with trauma-impacted parents where we focus on brain development and basic attachment principles at each well child check for the baby's fist year. We utilize Promoting First Relationships during the visit. PFR has been around for a while and is strength-based, which we like. Another program recommendation I would give is for Circle of Security. It was created for use in a shelter for homeless teen moms and is excellent for helping parents to recognize (gently) how they might have been parented and how it can affect their own parenting, even subconsciously through what they have labeled "Shark Music". We have run some groups for parents in collaboration with our local YMCA (to provide child care and space) and have had incredible feedback from the parents who have participated. I don't know if you have the means to attend either of the trainings, but even the videos available on the COS website (free and meant to be shared) are a very helpful tool. I love the NBH TED Talk video for the nursing students that I work with, but it might be too much for traumatized parents. Depends on who they are, I suppose.
Hope this is helpful, thanks for doing the good work!
Kim
I will look into this. Thanks very much.
