FamilyForward | St. Louis, MO - Developmental Trauma Education

Trauma Affects Everyone

What is Trauma? Trauma is broader and more common than people realize. It is an emotional response to a terrible event, whether it’s abuse, neglect, a severe accident, a natural disaster, or other intense occurrence.

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At FamilyForward, we focus on developmental trauma.

This is trauma that takes place early in a child’s life, and the resulting stress response disrupts the development of the brain. We are equipped to consider each child’s unique biological and genetic traits, relational experiences, and personality characteristics to provide the care they need.

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Knowing the truth about developmental trauma and abuse is part of the battle to address their effects in our communities

Misconception: Most children don’t experience trauma.

Misconception: Childhood abuse doesn’t impact our community.

Misconception: Childhood abuse and neglect are a thing of the past.

Misconception: Abuse ends after childhood.

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You’ve seen the numbers. You’ve seen what we can do to support struggling families. Take the next step and become an advocate for children and families in our communities.