Although many of us may experience reactions to stress from time to time, when a child is experiencing child traumatic stress, these reactions interfere with his or her daily life and ability to function and interact with others.

Understanding Child Traumatic Stress (PDF)
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We live with dangers every day. As children and adolescents grow up, they continually learn about different types of dangers. We are always looking for ways to make our lives safer. However, traumatic experiences sometimes happen, both within and outside the family.

Age-Related Reactions to a Traumatic Event (PDF)

How children experience traumatic events and how they express their distress depends, in large part, on the children's age and level of development.

Questions & Answers about Child Traumatic Stress

Network experts answer questions about child trauma and its treatment.

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