This resource helps families and Head Start staff understand the effects of stress and trauma, so children can get the support and care they need to cope.

Increase your knowledge and skills about trauma. Learn the definition of trauma, how we respond to traumatic events, and how traumatic events affect families.

Learn about reactions to others’ trauma and how to respond. We need to take care of ourselves when we work with people who have experienced trauma. The effects of those experiences on them can affect us, too.

Review strategies for coping with and healing from trauma. Learn how families’ strengths help the healing process.

In this overview, learn about the impact of trauma and adverse childhood experiences on children's development.