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Childhood Trauma and the Brain

UK Trauma Council
Added: 5 May 2025
Childhood Trauma and the Brain

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A general introduction to what happens in the brain after children face traumatic experiences in childhood, like abuse and neglect.

Eamon McCrory is Professor of Developmental Neuroscience and Psychopathology at UCL, Co-Director of the Developmental Risk and Resilience Unit and Co-Director of the UK Trauma Council. He is also Director of Education and Training at the Anna Freud Centre in London. His research uses brain imaging and psychological approaches to investigate the impact of childhood maltreatment on emotional development and mental health. The long-term aim of his work is to understand how and why mental health problems can unfold following early adversity, and how we might intervene to promote more resilient outcomes for children.

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Self Advocacy

Self-advocacy has three key elements: understanding your needs, knowing what kind of support might help and communicating these needs to others. This video explains each of these elements using practical examples.
Added: 26 February 2025
Self Advocacy
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Monash Youth Services
Added: 10 October 2024
School Refusal

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The following video provides a brief snapshot to parents and carers on the challenges faced by students who are school refusing.

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Meet Sean

Barnardos Australia
Added: 10 October 2024
Meet Sean

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Meet Sean, 36. Single gay man, full time worker, and proud foster parent to two young people.

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Carer Gateway
Added: 10 October 2024
Help with Grief

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These are a few tips that may help you get through the emotional time that comes with change in your caring role.

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Practical tips on caring

Carers Gateway
Added: 10 October 2024
Practical tips on caring

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When caring for someone who is unable to move independently it’s important to make sure things can be done in the easiest and safest way so you avoid injury and exhaustion.

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Yvonne Lewis

ABC Radio Canberra
Added: 10 October 2024
Yvonne Lewis

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Yvonne Lewis (ACT Together foster carer) talks with Adam Shirley of ABC Radio Canberra during Carers Week 2018

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Carers Gateway
Added: 10 October 2024
Health and Happiness

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Taking the time to do the simple things will help you feel your best. Here are a few tips to help you improve your health and happiness.

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Layla & Sarah

ACT Together
Added: 26 September 2024
Layla & Sarah

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