Housing the Homeless: Using Trauma-Informed User Experience to improve health...YTH
Social workers often talk about trauma, and web developers often talk about user experience. What does trauma-informed user experience look like? By combining social work and web design, Haven Connect founder Caroline Caselli discusses how to reduce barriers to finding housing for low-income young adults and youth. Using research from Kaiser's Adverse Childhood Experiences study and Nadine Burke's work in the Bayview, we'll illustrate how trauma-informed user experience can improve health and save lives.
This document discusses adolescent out-of-home placement and analyzes three broad categories: foster care, residential treatment, and juvenile justice placement. It notes that over 500,000 adolescents are in out-of-home care annually across these settings. While the goals of placement include protection and permanency, there is disagreement on outcomes and how to properly measure success. The document also highlights common challenges like separation from families and difficulty with long-term transitions back home.
This document summarizes research from the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study, which found strong associations between adverse experiences in childhood (such as abuse, neglect, household dysfunction) and negative health and social outcomes later in life. The ACE Study showed that two-thirds of participants reported at least one ACE, with higher ACE scores correlated with increased risk for health problems (like heart disease and cancer), mental health issues, risky behaviors, and early death. Further research cited found high rates of ACEs among at-risk groups like juvenile delinquents and Head Start children, as well as links between ACEs and problems with learning, behavior, and health among young children and students.
Using ACEs In Our Everyday Work - Implications For Clients and ProgramsHealth Easy Peasy
The document discusses adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and their lifelong health impacts based on findings from the seminal ACE Study. It summarizes that experiencing ACEs is common and increases risks for negative health, social, and economic outcomes. Two organizations, Prevent Child Abuse Tennessee and The Family Center, have administered ACE assessments to clients and found high rates of ACEs, particularly household dysfunction and abuse. The organizations work to administer assessments sensitively and use results to tailor services, promote understanding of trauma, and empower clients through a prevention lens.
The document discusses adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and their long-term negative health impacts. It notes that ACEs are common, occur in clusters, and are predictors of poor health outcomes. However, the effects of ACEs can be mitigated through safe, stable and nurturing relationships in childhood as well as protective factors like strong social connections and access to community resources. The document encourages communities to help reduce ACEs and promote child well-being.
This document provides information about supporting grieving youth. It discusses common causes of grief for youth like death, divorce, incarceration and more. Left unresolved, grief can lead to issues like poor school performance, illness, risky behaviors. Ted E. Bear Hollow Services offers free grief support groups and programs for children and teens experiencing grief. The programs are peer-supported rather than therapy-based. The document also discusses how children experience and express grief differently than adults depending on their developmental age, and offers tips for companioning and supporting grieving youth.
This document summarizes a study that examined the relationship between parental loss and symptoms of depression and anxiety in young adults. 197 young adult participants completed questionnaires about their demographic information, depression/anxiety symptoms, familial issues, environmental changes, and occupational satisfaction. Participants were divided into groups based on experiences of parental death, divorce, absent parents, family instability, and moving. Results showed that depression and anxiety symptoms were significantly higher in the past than currently, indicating resilience. Participants who experienced unstable childhood environments through factors like moving frequently were more likely to report higher depression and anxiety symptoms. Overall, the results suggest that hardship and instability during youth can influence mental health.
Directions Program Effectiveness Study ResultsJacob Campbell
The document summarizes a study evaluating the effectiveness of the Crisis Residential Center's Direction Program. It describes the methodology used, including collecting demographic and programmatic data from client files. Findings showed most clients were 14 years old and the average length of stay was 190 hours. Limitations included time constraints and outdated client information. Correlative analyses found relationships between homelessness and mental health/school issues. Recommendations included improving data collection and providing more aftercare/individual support. Future research could involve interviews and surveys to further evaluate the program.
Housing the Homeless: Using Trauma-Informed User Experience to improve health...YTH
Social workers often talk about trauma, and web developers often talk about user experience. What does trauma-informed user experience look like? By combining social work and web design, Haven Connect founder Caroline Caselli discusses how to reduce barriers to finding housing for low-income young adults and youth. Using research from Kaiser's Adverse Childhood Experiences study and Nadine Burke's work in the Bayview, we'll illustrate how trauma-informed user experience can improve health and save lives.
This document discusses adolescent out-of-home placement and analyzes three broad categories: foster care, residential treatment, and juvenile justice placement. It notes that over 500,000 adolescents are in out-of-home care annually across these settings. While the goals of placement include protection and permanency, there is disagreement on outcomes and how to properly measure success. The document also highlights common challenges like separation from families and difficulty with long-term transitions back home.
This document summarizes research from the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study, which found strong associations between adverse experiences in childhood (such as abuse, neglect, household dysfunction) and negative health and social outcomes later in life. The ACE Study showed that two-thirds of participants reported at least one ACE, with higher ACE scores correlated with increased risk for health problems (like heart disease and cancer), mental health issues, risky behaviors, and early death. Further research cited found high rates of ACEs among at-risk groups like juvenile delinquents and Head Start children, as well as links between ACEs and problems with learning, behavior, and health among young children and students.
Using ACEs In Our Everyday Work - Implications For Clients and ProgramsHealth Easy Peasy
The document discusses adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and their lifelong health impacts based on findings from the seminal ACE Study. It summarizes that experiencing ACEs is common and increases risks for negative health, social, and economic outcomes. Two organizations, Prevent Child Abuse Tennessee and The Family Center, have administered ACE assessments to clients and found high rates of ACEs, particularly household dysfunction and abuse. The organizations work to administer assessments sensitively and use results to tailor services, promote understanding of trauma, and empower clients through a prevention lens.
The document discusses adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and their long-term negative health impacts. It notes that ACEs are common, occur in clusters, and are predictors of poor health outcomes. However, the effects of ACEs can be mitigated through safe, stable and nurturing relationships in childhood as well as protective factors like strong social connections and access to community resources. The document encourages communities to help reduce ACEs and promote child well-being.
This document provides information about supporting grieving youth. It discusses common causes of grief for youth like death, divorce, incarceration and more. Left unresolved, grief can lead to issues like poor school performance, illness, risky behaviors. Ted E. Bear Hollow Services offers free grief support groups and programs for children and teens experiencing grief. The programs are peer-supported rather than therapy-based. The document also discusses how children experience and express grief differently than adults depending on their developmental age, and offers tips for companioning and supporting grieving youth.
This document summarizes a study that examined the relationship between parental loss and symptoms of depression and anxiety in young adults. 197 young adult participants completed questionnaires about their demographic information, depression/anxiety symptoms, familial issues, environmental changes, and occupational satisfaction. Participants were divided into groups based on experiences of parental death, divorce, absent parents, family instability, and moving. Results showed that depression and anxiety symptoms were significantly higher in the past than currently, indicating resilience. Participants who experienced unstable childhood environments through factors like moving frequently were more likely to report higher depression and anxiety symptoms. Overall, the results suggest that hardship and instability during youth can influence mental health.
Directions Program Effectiveness Study ResultsJacob Campbell
The document summarizes a study evaluating the effectiveness of the Crisis Residential Center's Direction Program. It describes the methodology used, including collecting demographic and programmatic data from client files. Findings showed most clients were 14 years old and the average length of stay was 190 hours. Limitations included time constraints and outdated client information. Correlative analyses found relationships between homelessness and mental health/school issues. Recommendations included improving data collection and providing more aftercare/individual support. Future research could involve interviews and surveys to further evaluate the program.
The Case for Prevention of Problem GamblingJulie Hynes
This document discusses the case for preventing problem gambling, especially among youth. It argues that problem gambling is connected to other problem behaviors like substance abuse and should be addressed through comprehensive prevention efforts. Risk factors for problem gambling are similar to other issues and include early exposure, trauma, and family and peer influences. Prevention requires reducing risks and enhancing protective factors across individual, family, school and community domains. The speaker urges integrating gambling prevention into existing evidence-based programs and increasing community awareness and involvement to address this issue.
Megan Sandel presents evidence that stable, decent, affordable housing acts like a vaccine by providing multiple long-lasting benefits. Housing stability, quality, and affordability influence health outcomes. The Moving to Opportunity study showed that relocating families from high-poverty to low-poverty areas reduced obesity, diabetes, mental health issues, demonstrating housing's differential benefits. Investing in affordable housing can yield cost savings through improved health outcomes and social benefits, similarly to how vaccines provide returns through individual and public health protection.
Linkages between Child Abuse and Asthma - Presentation to WVAC - May 14, 2013Jim McKay
This document discusses the link between childhood trauma, including abuse and neglect, and the development of asthma. It summarizes several studies that found the risk of asthma is doubled in children who experienced physical or sexual abuse. The studies also linked experiences of violence and stress in childhood to epigenetic changes and higher rates of adult-onset asthma. The document emphasizes the importance of screening children with asthma for abuse and considering abuse in children with asthma. It provides information on warning signs of abuse and outlines mandated reporting responsibilities in West Virginia.
Prevention for Lane County CASA Trainees - May 28, 2015Lane Prevention
The document discusses substance abuse issues in Lane County, highlighting common risk factors like adverse childhood experiences, and protective factors that can help prevent problems. It provides an overview of current prevention efforts and strategies across different developmental phases, emphasizing building resilience and facilitating healing from trauma through family, school, community and policy supports.
The document outlines South Carolina's Drug Endangered Children Guidelines. It discusses the need for a multidisciplinary approach to ensure the safety and well-being of children found in drug environments. The guidelines provide procedures for coordinated response by law enforcement, medical professionals, DSS and others to investigate the scene, assess and care for the children, and pursue legal action against caregivers when appropriate. Identifying and protecting drug endangered children is important to prevent long-term physical, emotional and developmental harm and reduce costs to taxpayers for medical care.
This is a prize winning presentation based on "role of dentists in identifying cases of child abuse" in an international conference of foresnic odontology organized by King George medical University in Lucknow. The author is herself a dental student who is interested in collecting knowledge about various aspects of dentistry and loves to share the gained knowledge with others. This presentation gives a brief about the role of dentists in identifying the case of child abuse as well as different signs and symptoms along with why to report and where to report. The summarised presentation will not only give knowledge but will also help in getting ideas about how to prepare a presentation for different competitions.
Australian Bureau of Statistics - Jesse BonsonEthanFrench1
The document presents statistics from the 2014-15 National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Survey on holistic health measures. It shows that 65% of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people reported having a long-term health condition, with the most common being asthma, arthritis, diabetes and mental health conditions. It also examines relationships between self-assessed general health status and factors like an individual's ability to have a say in their community and family on important issues. Those who reported having more say were more likely to rate their health as excellent or very good. The document concludes with a holistic analysis of the connections between physical, mental and social determinants of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and well-being.
Sheeba Narikuzhy - Newcomer youth mental health needs, barriers & best practicesYCEC_YorkU
This document discusses newcomer youth mental health needs, barriers, and promising practices. It notes the growing newcomer population in Canada and economic costs of mental illness. Newcomer youth face increased risks of mental health issues like depression and issues adjusting to the Canadian system. Barriers include stigma, lack of knowledge about services, and trauma from past experiences. Promising practices to engage newcomer families include culturally competent services, psychoeducation, and collaborating with community partners. The document provides statistics on issues like dropout rates and outlines the work of one program to support newcomer youth mental health.
The presentation will cover the basics of partner violence, impact of violence on pregnancy/fetal development, impact on child development (birth-adolescence), resiliency in children, proper ways to respond to partner violence when children are present and resources for assistance/more information.
Dr. Robert Anda's Presentation from the Regional Summit on Adverse Childhood ...SaintA
The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study examined the health and social effects of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) like abuse, neglect, and household dysfunction. The study found that ACEs are common, interrelated, and cumulatively impact health risk behaviors, disease, disability, and social well-being throughout life. Individual ACE scores, which indicate the number of different ACEs experienced, have a strong relationship with health outcomes like depression, suicide attempts, heart disease, cancer, and even early death. ACEs represent a leading public health issue and addressing them could significantly improve health nationwide.
"The Economic Case for Investments in Young Children"
A presentation to the 25th Anniversary Speak Out for Kids Luncheon in St. Louis, MO - held by Citizens for Missouri's Children on 10/29/09.
6 things for the Education Select Committee to think aboutAndrew Brown
The Education Select Committee of the UK House of Commons are undertaking an inquiry into the mental health and wellbeing of children in the looked after system. Here are 6 things they should know...
“Condoms are not a family planning Method”: Why efforts to prevent HIV have failed to comprehensively address adolescent sexual and reproductive health
Student mental-health-and-complex-cases-kay lambkinPhoebe Santiago
The document discusses the importance of prioritizing university student mental health. It notes that 1 in 4 young people experience mental illness each year, and psychological distress is higher among university students, especially in certain faculties. Barriers to students seeking treatment include stigma, lack of awareness of services, and fear of impacts to their studies. Improving early intervention and monitoring of student mental health issues could generate cost savings through higher completion rates and reduced downstream health costs. The document calls for universities to recognize student mental health as a core part of education delivery and implement evidence-based practices and partnerships to better support students.
Gretchen Precey - Lessons about Safeguarding Children when there are Drugs/Al...Brighton Oasis Project
Gretechen Precey - Independent Social Worker
Lessons about Safeguarding Children when there are Drugs/Alcohol in the family
from The Road to Recovery Brighton Oasis Project Annual conference 2013
This presentation will describe how early childhood home visiting programs can support the reduction of family risk factors and the strengthening of protective factors to reduce the likelihood of child abuse and neglect.
This file is for educational purposes only and is not meant for reproduction.
Stress is caused by an increase in adrenaline and noradrenaline in the body. It can manifest in thinking, feelings, and behaviors that are not always obvious. The presentation discusses the science behind stress and provides five tips for coping with stress: plan ahead, express yourself, disconnect from social media and other distractions, nurture relationships, and practice mindfulness. Regular practice of these skills can help manage stress.
This document discusses the physiological response to stress known as fight or flight. It explains that Walter Cannon identified this response which prepares the body to fight or flee when threatened. It also covers Hans Selye's general adaptation syndrome consisting of alarm, resistance, and exhaustion stages. Finally, it mentions several theories of stress including life events, daily hassles, hardiness, and tend and befriend responses.
The Case for Prevention of Problem GamblingJulie Hynes
This document discusses the case for preventing problem gambling, especially among youth. It argues that problem gambling is connected to other problem behaviors like substance abuse and should be addressed through comprehensive prevention efforts. Risk factors for problem gambling are similar to other issues and include early exposure, trauma, and family and peer influences. Prevention requires reducing risks and enhancing protective factors across individual, family, school and community domains. The speaker urges integrating gambling prevention into existing evidence-based programs and increasing community awareness and involvement to address this issue.
Megan Sandel presents evidence that stable, decent, affordable housing acts like a vaccine by providing multiple long-lasting benefits. Housing stability, quality, and affordability influence health outcomes. The Moving to Opportunity study showed that relocating families from high-poverty to low-poverty areas reduced obesity, diabetes, mental health issues, demonstrating housing's differential benefits. Investing in affordable housing can yield cost savings through improved health outcomes and social benefits, similarly to how vaccines provide returns through individual and public health protection.
Linkages between Child Abuse and Asthma - Presentation to WVAC - May 14, 2013Jim McKay
This document discusses the link between childhood trauma, including abuse and neglect, and the development of asthma. It summarizes several studies that found the risk of asthma is doubled in children who experienced physical or sexual abuse. The studies also linked experiences of violence and stress in childhood to epigenetic changes and higher rates of adult-onset asthma. The document emphasizes the importance of screening children with asthma for abuse and considering abuse in children with asthma. It provides information on warning signs of abuse and outlines mandated reporting responsibilities in West Virginia.
Prevention for Lane County CASA Trainees - May 28, 2015Lane Prevention
The document discusses substance abuse issues in Lane County, highlighting common risk factors like adverse childhood experiences, and protective factors that can help prevent problems. It provides an overview of current prevention efforts and strategies across different developmental phases, emphasizing building resilience and facilitating healing from trauma through family, school, community and policy supports.
The document outlines South Carolina's Drug Endangered Children Guidelines. It discusses the need for a multidisciplinary approach to ensure the safety and well-being of children found in drug environments. The guidelines provide procedures for coordinated response by law enforcement, medical professionals, DSS and others to investigate the scene, assess and care for the children, and pursue legal action against caregivers when appropriate. Identifying and protecting drug endangered children is important to prevent long-term physical, emotional and developmental harm and reduce costs to taxpayers for medical care.
This is a prize winning presentation based on "role of dentists in identifying cases of child abuse" in an international conference of foresnic odontology organized by King George medical University in Lucknow. The author is herself a dental student who is interested in collecting knowledge about various aspects of dentistry and loves to share the gained knowledge with others. This presentation gives a brief about the role of dentists in identifying the case of child abuse as well as different signs and symptoms along with why to report and where to report. The summarised presentation will not only give knowledge but will also help in getting ideas about how to prepare a presentation for different competitions.
Australian Bureau of Statistics - Jesse BonsonEthanFrench1
The document presents statistics from the 2014-15 National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Survey on holistic health measures. It shows that 65% of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people reported having a long-term health condition, with the most common being asthma, arthritis, diabetes and mental health conditions. It also examines relationships between self-assessed general health status and factors like an individual's ability to have a say in their community and family on important issues. Those who reported having more say were more likely to rate their health as excellent or very good. The document concludes with a holistic analysis of the connections between physical, mental and social determinants of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and well-being.
Sheeba Narikuzhy - Newcomer youth mental health needs, barriers & best practicesYCEC_YorkU
This document discusses newcomer youth mental health needs, barriers, and promising practices. It notes the growing newcomer population in Canada and economic costs of mental illness. Newcomer youth face increased risks of mental health issues like depression and issues adjusting to the Canadian system. Barriers include stigma, lack of knowledge about services, and trauma from past experiences. Promising practices to engage newcomer families include culturally competent services, psychoeducation, and collaborating with community partners. The document provides statistics on issues like dropout rates and outlines the work of one program to support newcomer youth mental health.
The presentation will cover the basics of partner violence, impact of violence on pregnancy/fetal development, impact on child development (birth-adolescence), resiliency in children, proper ways to respond to partner violence when children are present and resources for assistance/more information.
Dr. Robert Anda's Presentation from the Regional Summit on Adverse Childhood ...SaintA
The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study examined the health and social effects of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) like abuse, neglect, and household dysfunction. The study found that ACEs are common, interrelated, and cumulatively impact health risk behaviors, disease, disability, and social well-being throughout life. Individual ACE scores, which indicate the number of different ACEs experienced, have a strong relationship with health outcomes like depression, suicide attempts, heart disease, cancer, and even early death. ACEs represent a leading public health issue and addressing them could significantly improve health nationwide.
"The Economic Case for Investments in Young Children"
A presentation to the 25th Anniversary Speak Out for Kids Luncheon in St. Louis, MO - held by Citizens for Missouri's Children on 10/29/09.
6 things for the Education Select Committee to think aboutAndrew Brown
The Education Select Committee of the UK House of Commons are undertaking an inquiry into the mental health and wellbeing of children in the looked after system. Here are 6 things they should know...
“Condoms are not a family planning Method”: Why efforts to prevent HIV have failed to comprehensively address adolescent sexual and reproductive health
Student mental-health-and-complex-cases-kay lambkinPhoebe Santiago
The document discusses the importance of prioritizing university student mental health. It notes that 1 in 4 young people experience mental illness each year, and psychological distress is higher among university students, especially in certain faculties. Barriers to students seeking treatment include stigma, lack of awareness of services, and fear of impacts to their studies. Improving early intervention and monitoring of student mental health issues could generate cost savings through higher completion rates and reduced downstream health costs. The document calls for universities to recognize student mental health as a core part of education delivery and implement evidence-based practices and partnerships to better support students.
Gretchen Precey - Lessons about Safeguarding Children when there are Drugs/Al...Brighton Oasis Project
Gretechen Precey - Independent Social Worker
Lessons about Safeguarding Children when there are Drugs/Alcohol in the family
from The Road to Recovery Brighton Oasis Project Annual conference 2013
This presentation will describe how early childhood home visiting programs can support the reduction of family risk factors and the strengthening of protective factors to reduce the likelihood of child abuse and neglect.
This file is for educational purposes only and is not meant for reproduction.
Stress is caused by an increase in adrenaline and noradrenaline in the body. It can manifest in thinking, feelings, and behaviors that are not always obvious. The presentation discusses the science behind stress and provides five tips for coping with stress: plan ahead, express yourself, disconnect from social media and other distractions, nurture relationships, and practice mindfulness. Regular practice of these skills can help manage stress.
This document discusses the physiological response to stress known as fight or flight. It explains that Walter Cannon identified this response which prepares the body to fight or flee when threatened. It also covers Hans Selye's general adaptation syndrome consisting of alarm, resistance, and exhaustion stages. Finally, it mentions several theories of stress including life events, daily hassles, hardiness, and tend and befriend responses.
This document discusses stress, its sources and impacts. It defines stress and identifies various stressors like daily hassles and life changes. It describes the psychological moderators of stress like self-efficacy, sense of humor and social support. The document also explains the physiological impacts of stress through the general adaptation syndrome and effects on the endocrine, immune and cardiovascular systems. It discusses the relationship between psychology and health issues like coronary heart disease and cancer.
Lazarus and Folkman Transactional model Andrew Scott
This file accompanies a Youtube clip - covering the Transational model of stress and coping. See the facebook page 'ePsychVCE.com' or the website www.ePsychVCE.com for link.
This document summarizes research on the role of positive emotions in the stress process. Some key points:
- Previous stress theories focused only on negative emotions, but research found positive emotions often co-occur with negative during stressful events like caring for a dying loved one.
- Further research confirmed positive and negative emotions frequently co-occur during stress. Positive emotions broaden thinking and build resources like social support.
- The author's stress and coping model was revised in 1997 to incorporate positive emotions and meaning-focused coping processes that generate positive emotions, like benefit finding.
- Subsequent research provides evidence supporting the revised model, showing positive emotions buffer stress responses and help find meaning, contributing to resilience and health.
This document is a curriculum vitae for Lynne Brophy, who has over 30 years of experience as a nurse, specializing in oncology. She received her MSN from UNC-Chapel Hill in 1992 and BSN from Duke University in 1984. Currently she works as a Breast Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist at Ohio State University. Her CV details her education and extensive professional experience in oncology nursing, as well as research activities, professional organizations, and awards/honors.
A perenting programme for parents with learning disabilities and/or difficultiesBASPCAN
The document provides information about the Mellow Futures parenting programme for parents with learning disabilities and/or difficulties. It was piloted in two sites in the UK from 2012-2015. The programme aims to support parents by providing early intervention services and increasing community support. It involves parenting courses, mentoring support, and evaluating the impact on children's outcomes, parent well-being, and local service provision. Evaluation of the programme found it increased parents' confidence and understanding of child development, though some adaptations were needed. Referrers also reported positive impacts, but the complex needs of families meant ongoing support was still required.
The Haruv Institute in Jerusalem works to promote evidence-based practices for protecting children from abuse and neglect. They chose to implement the SafeCare program in Ashdod, Israel's fifth largest city. Three professionals from Ashdod received SafeCare training in Atlanta and began working with families while coaching each other. Key challenges included lack of dedicated time for providers, families dropping out, and the war in Israel inhibiting progress. Promoting factors were government funding for child neglect projects and SafeCare's low cost compared to out-of-home placements. Fully implementing new programs takes more resources and longer than initially expected.
Andrew Paladino- Starting a Network of Influence Complete Andrew Paladino
Andrew Paladino at Syracuse University sent an email on May 3rd 2016 to 18 athletes as part of a "Network of Influence Plan B". He plans to follow up with the athletes by sending a second email at the end of the week. A screen shot of the initial email was included.
This document discusses the redesign of convenience stores. It analyzes competitors' branding, target markets, floor plans, accessibility, signage, and websites. The goal is to create a new store profile with an updated brand image, materials, fixtures, and functional layout that better meets customer needs and compliance standards.
Mr. Suprise Richardo Khwiyane's CV summarizes his educational and professional background. He holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Public Management and a Bachelor of Arts in Human and Social Studies specializing in Policy Studies. He has over 10 years of experience working in public participation and stakeholder relations for the Mpumalanga Provincial Legislature. Currently he serves as the Secretary for the Public Participation, Petitions and Communication Forum and has held several leadership roles in community organizations.
What does it really mean to be a professional translator or interpreter? Is it all about the qualifications, skills and experience or is there more to it? What other aspects do clients look at and use as criteria to choose one professional over another?
This document discusses the benefits of using social media for physicians, including professional development, medical knowledge, education, outreach, networking, and marketing. It provides examples of successful professional social media groups like the International Hernia Collaborative and SAGES Foregut group. These groups allow surgeons to discuss cases, share information and receive feedback. The document also discusses best practices for using Twitter at medical conferences and cautions about maintaining professionalism online. It concludes with tips for getting started with social media as a physician.
Clear Recommendations: Getting the Most from Reviews of Child Protection Fail...BASPCAN
This document summarizes a study on the implementation of recommendations from five reports of inquiries into failures in child protection in Ireland between 1993 and 2010. The study developed a CLEAR template to help make recommendations more measurable and feasible to implement. The template emphasizes that recommendations should be clear, limited in number, evidence-based, assign responsibility, and be amenable to review. It is meant to address issues like repetitive and aspirational recommendations as well as lack of stakeholder input that limited implementation in past reports.
Rise High Performance Presents - Strength Training for RunnersRise Health Group
Here is the presentation for the second of our Rise High Performance Presents Seminar Series - this particular strength and conditioning seminar targets runner and changing a training program to incorporate more strength training into their program to drive their performance results
This document discusses improving the third order intercept point (IIP3) of an RF circuit design using source degeneration technique. It begins with introductions to linearity, intermodulation, and IIP3. It then describes a simulation conducted in ADS of a low noise amplifier circuit using cascaded N-type MOSFET transistors. The simulation showed an IIP3 of -3dB without source degeneration. By adding a 1.5nH inductor to the source, the IIP3 improved by 5dB to 2dB, demonstrating the IIP3 improvement possible with source degeneration. The document concludes by reiterating the use of source degeneration to linearize a system and increase its IIP3.
Providing a Social Work Service to British Military Families Overseas: Contem...BASPCAN
This document discusses the British Forces Social Work Service (BFSWS) which provides social work services to UK armed forces members and their families serving in Germany. It notes that the British army is drawing down from 120,000 to 80,000 personnel worldwide by 2018 with most leaving Germany by 2016. The BFSWS is made up of qualified social workers following UK and military guidelines. They serve families in three garrisons in mid-North Germany dealing with issues like domestic abuse, mental health, and the challenges of frequent moves and transitions. Two surveys of children's worries found themes around leaving friends, not knowing where they will move, and interacting with strangers. The document raises questions about how the safeguarding board can support families
Analysis of Programs, Models of Social Intervention and Interdisciplinary Tea...BASPCAN
The case of commercial sexual exploitation of children in Chile: A Discourse Analysis Approach.
Edgardo Toro
PhD Student
PhD Interdisciplinary Social Sciences in Health
The University of Edinburgh
Supervisors:
Dr Ethel Quayle
Dr Marion Smith
This document summarizes a study that surveyed parents and healthcare professionals to inform the development of a relationship and sexuality curriculum for teenagers with Trisomy 21. The study found that:
1) Parents and professionals prioritized teaching personal skills, relationships, and human development over sexual behavior and society/culture topics.
2) Parents reported low levels of comfort discussing relationships/sexuality with their children and few useful resources. Healthcare providers also saw parents as unprepared.
3) The study recommends a curriculum focused on personal skill building and relationships with parent involvement and resources to address the needs identified.
Capstone PowerPoint Grandparents raising grandchildren in Shreveport, laLish'a Bond Reed
Grandparents in Shreveport, Louisiana face challenges caring for their grandchildren. The document summarizes interviews with 15 grandparent caregivers who access services at a local health center. Most have low incomes and lack health insurance. Common reasons for taking in grandchildren include parental substance abuse or death. Grandparents desire resources to help with basic needs like food, clothing, bills and legal advice. A majority were unaware of existing support services and groups and expressed interest in informational materials and a resource center.
Bullying and Depression for Transgender Youthlhrichards
This presentation discusses bullying and depression among transgender youth. It begins with an introduction noting high rates of violence and harassment reported by transgender individuals. The presentation then provides definitions and discusses the impacts of bullying on transgender youth, including high rates of depressive symptoms and suicidal ideation. The document outlines several clinical applications for working with transgender youth, such as affirmation, addressing family rejection, enhancing resilience, and treating depression. It emphasizes the importance of parental support and exploring gender transition options.
Bullying and Depression among Transgender Youthlhrichards
This presentation discusses bullying and depression among transgender youth. It begins with an introduction noting high rates of violence and harassment reported by transgender individuals. The presentation then provides definitions and discusses the impacts of bullying on transgender youth, including high rates of depressive symptoms and suicidal ideation. The document outlines several clinical applications for working with transgender youth, such as affirmation, addressing family rejection, enhancing resilience, and treating depression. It emphasizes the importance of parental support and exploring gender transition options.
Bullying is a unhealthy behavior with multiple manifestations. It does not discriminate against the age, ethnicity, belief system, lifestyle, and level of well-being of an individual. This unhealthy behavior usually starts early in life. Individuals can potentially exhibit and or be victimized by bullying. Most cases are underreported and not detected while the solutions exist to reduce the incidence and the prevalence of this common phenomenon. Targeting bullying in childhood and adolescence is a great determinant of healthier learners, but also of healthier and productive adult citizens.
Bullying and depression among transgender youthRachel Watkins
Bullying is a relevant issue for this population and we must find ways to advocate for them in order to increase their safety. This presentation will discuss the negative impacts of bullying as well as clinical applications for this population.
ISPCAN Jamaica 2018 - The Impact of Domestic Violence on Children's Functioni...Christine Wekerle
The Impact of Domestic Violence on Children's Functioning: Care Planning Approaches to Foster Trauma-Informed Care
Shannon Stewart, Yasmin Garad, Natalia Lapshini
Wekerle CIHR Team - Child Sexual Abuse & Adolescent Development: Moving from ...Christine Wekerle
Child Sexual Abuse & Adolescent Development: Moving from Trauma To Resilience - Findings from The Maltreatment and Adolescent Pathways (MAP) Research Study
Research proposal emotional health and foster care adolescentsKaren McWaters
This document provides an overview of a proposed research study on the emotional health of adolescents in foster care. It discusses relevant literature showing common mental health issues like trauma, disorders, and behavioral problems among foster youth. The study aims to evaluate the impact of the South Carolina foster system through mixed methods. Focus groups and a standardized inventory will be used to assess emotions like depression, anxiety, anger, and self-concept among teen participants. The research seeks to identify ways to improve emotional care for adolescents and inform policies to support their well-being.
Evidence about Social Work Outcomes from Cohort and Panel StudiesBASPCAN
Jonathan Scourfield, Cardiff University
Morag Henderson, UCL Inst of Education
Sin Yi Cheung, Cardiff University
Elaine Sharland, University of Sussex
Luke Sloan, Cardiff University
Meng Le Zhang, Cardiff University
This study examined the prevalence of coercive sex among adolescents in Uganda. The findings were:
1) Over half (51%) of sexually active youth reported experiencing sexual victimization, and more than one third (37%) reported perpetrating sexual coercion.
2) Girls were more likely than boys to be victims, while boys were more likely than girls to be perpetrators. However, high rates of both victimization and perpetration were reported among boys and girls.
3) The average reported age of first sex was 15, but over 40% reported first having sex at age 12 or younger. Over half of adolescents also reported not being willing during their first sexual experience.
The MAP Study: Knowledge Creation & Knowledge TranslationChristine Wekerle
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Assistant Lecturer
School of Nursing
The University of Hong Kong
Dr. Anna Choi
Assistant Professor
Department of Social Work and Social Administration
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1) It summarizes the objectives of raising awareness about ACE research and prevention frameworks like Essentials for Childhood.
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3) It shows that higher ACE scores correlate with increased risks of health problems like smoking, alcoholism, suicide attempts, and teen pregnancy.
4) Data from the Kansas BRFSS survey found rates of ACEs in Kansas similar to national data, with certain groups like women and low-income residents
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Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) like abuse, neglect, and household dysfunction are related to negative long-term health outcomes. Studies have found associations between ACEs and increased risk of heart disease, cancer, stroke, diabetes, and obesity. Exposure to trauma as a child can also influence inflammation levels and risk of depression decades later. Additionally, childhood abuse is a significant risk factor for post-traumatic stress disorder during pregnancy, which is linked to lower birth weight and preterm birth. The document reviews multiple studies that demonstrate the impact of early life stress on long-term physical and mental health.
Child Maltreatment and Intra-Familial ViolenceClinical Soc.docxbartholomeocoombs
Child Maltreatment and Intra-Familial Violence
Clinical Social Work with Urban Children Youth & Families
Child
Maltreatment
Broad definition that encompasses a wide
range of parental acts or behaviors that
place children at risk of serious or physical
or emotional harm
It is defined by law in each state
Labels used in state statutes vary
Categories of
Abuse
• Neglect
• Physical Abuse
• Sexual Abuse
• Emotional Abuse
Neglect
Definition of Neglect
The failure of a parent, guardian,
or other caregiver to provide for a
child’s basic needs. This can also
include failure to protect them
from a known risk of harm or
danger.
Examples of Neglect
Child is frequently
absent from school
Begs or steals food
or money
Lacks needed
medical or dental
care, immunizations,
glasses, etc.
Consistently dirty
and has severe body
odor
Lacks sufficient
clothing for the
weather
Abuses alcohol or
drugs
States that there is
no one at home to
provide care
Physical Abuse
Examples of Physical Abuse
• Visible unexplained burns, bites,
bruises, broken bones, or black eyes
• Has fading bruises or other marks
noticeable after an absence from
school
• Seems frightened of the parents and
protests or cries when it is time to go
home
• Shrinks at the approach of adults
• Reports injury by a parent or another
adult caregiver
Definition of Physical Abuse
The non-accidental physical injury of a
child
Sexual Abuse
Definition of Sexual Abuse
Anything done with a child for the
sexual gratification of an adult or
older child
Examples of Sexual Abuse
Has difficulty walking or
sitting
Suddenly refuses to
change for gym or to
participate in physical
activities
Reports nightmares or
bedwetting
Experiences a sudden
change in appetite
Demonstrates bizarre,
sophisticated, or
unusual sexual
knowledge or behavior
Becomes pregnant or
contracts a sexually
transmitted disease
Runs away
Emotional Abuse
Definition of Emotional Abuse
A pattern of behavior that impairs
a child’s emotional development
or sense of self-worth
Examples of Emotional Abuse
• Shows extremes in behavior
• Inappropriately adult or infantile
• Is delayed in physical or
emotional development
• Has attempted suicide
• Reports a lack of attachment to
the parent
Protective Factors
• Protective factors are conditions or attributes of individuals, families,
communities, or the larger society that, when present, promote wellbeing and
reduce the risk for negative outcomes
• Parental Resilience
• Social Connections
• Knowledge of Child Development
• Concrete Support In Times of Need
• Social and Emotional Competence of the Child
Intra-Family Violence
• Intra-family violence: a pattern of abusive behaviors by one family member against
another.
• Domestic and family violence occurs when someone tries to control their partner or
other family members in ways that intimidate or oppress them.
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Catherine Coyle, Public Health Agency, Northern Ireland
Sharon Beattie, Safeguarding Board for Northern Ireland
Cathy MacPherson, South Eastern Health & Social Care Trust
Una Turbitt, Public Health Agency, Northern Ireland
Brid Farell, Public Health Agency, Northern Ireland
Anne Lazenbatt, Queens University, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Lisa Bunting, Queens University, Belfast, Northern Ireland
John Devaney, Queens University, Belfast, Northern Ireland
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Professor of Social Work
University of Stirling
with thanks to:
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Jane Scott, With Scotland
Julie Taylor, University of Edinburgh
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The Parents Under Pressure (PuP) Program is a 12-module home-based parenting program that aims to reduce child abuse potential, parental stress, and child behavior problems. The modules can be addressed in any order based on family priorities and are supplemented by liaison with other social services. Studies have found the PuP program reduces child abuse potential, parental stress and improves child behavior, and for every 100 families treated there would be an estimated savings of AU$3.1 million.
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Perceived adult support and disclosure of maltreatment among Swedish adolescents
1. Perceived adult support and disclosure of
maltreatment among Swedish adolescents
Carolina Jernbro, Gabriel Otterman, Ylva Tindberg, Staffan Janson
BASPCAN Congress
2015-04-15
Carolina Jernbro
Karlstad University, Institution for Health Sciences
2. The Swedish context
• A child welfare state
• Law against corporal punishment in 1979
Children have the right to a good upbringing. Children shall be
treated with respect and shall not be subjected to corporal
punishment or any other humiliating treatment (Parental Code)
Carolina Jernbro
Karlstad University, Institution for Health Sciences
3. Definition of child maltreatment
Child maltreatment is when an adult subjects a
child to physical, psychological or sexual abuse,
humiliating treatment or fails to meet the
child’s basic needs
(The Swedish Committee against Child Abuse and Related Issues,
2001)
Carolina Jernbro
Karlstad University, Institution for Health Sciences
4. Physical abuse
(17.7%)
Severe
Neglect
(2.4%) Psychological maltreatment
(10.9%)
Witnessing intimate
partner violence
(6.4%)
Prevalence of child maltreatment in
Sweden
Carolina Jernbro
Karlstad University, Institution for Health Sciences
Based on the national
survey of child
maltreatment 2011
(N=3202)
5. Aim
%
%
The main aim of this study was to examine the
experiences of disclosure and perceived social
support among adolescents reporting child
maltreatment.
Carolina Jernbro
Karlstad University, Institution for Health Sciences
6. Method
Carolina Jernbro
Karlstad University, Institution for Health Sciences
• Swedish national survey on child maltreatment carried out among ninth
grade school children, 15-16 years of age, in 2011
• 92 randomly chosen schools from all regions in Sweden and a total of 158
classes chose to participate
• In total 3,202 adolescents answered the questionnaire (84% response
rate)
• Mixed methods - Descriptive quantitative analysis and qualitative content
analysis of 65 free text responses
7. Lack of adult confidants
Carolina Jernbro, Karlstad University,
Institution for Health Sciences
• 30 percent of adolescents reporting any child maltreatment
lacked an adult confidant compared to 12 percent among the
non-maltreated (p<0.001)
• Among the adolescents reporting severe physical abuse, 41
percent lacked an adult confidant (p<0.001)
8. Disclosure among
severely physically abused
To whom have you disclosed the physical abuse?
% (n) among the
severely physically
abused (n=179)
Sibling/friend/boyfriend/girlfriend 37.5 (66)
Parent/close relative 18.2 (32)
Staff within school, social services or police 11.4 (20)
Children’s Rights in Society (an NGO working for
the rights of the child)
9.7 (17)
Carolina Jernbro, Karlstad University,
Institution for Health Sciences
• 52 percent of the severely physically abused have
disclosed the abuse
9. The experience of disclosure
and support
Carolina Jernbro, Karlstad University,
Institution for Health Sciences
Barriers to disclosure Inadequate adult response Supportive interventions
Loyalty towards parents Lack of child perspective Support from school social
worker or child psychiatry
Lack of trust in adults or
professionals
Insufficient evidence Support initiated by CPS
Fear of being disbelieved Inaccessible CPS and police
force
Conviction of Perpetrator
Hopelessness Reluctance to act
Self-blame
Normalisation of maltreating
behaviour
10. ”Sometimes I do stupid things like raising my voice
at my parents or yell at them. One time in April
(2011) I was slapped hard in the face by my father. I
lost my hearing. I have not told my mom and dad
that I have lost my hearing because I do not want
them to feel bad”
Carolina Jernbro, Karlstad University,
Institution for Health Sciences
11. “I have told the CPS that my father drinks and
that he becomes really mad - but they do
nothing. They only think that he is right“
Carolina Jernbro, Karlstad University,
Institution for Health Sciences
12. ”I often visit a social worker at school. Had it not
been for her, I probably would have been dead
by now”
Carolina Jernbro, Karlstad University,
Institution for Health Sciences
13. Conclusions and practice implications
• Adolescents who report child maltreatment lack adult confidants to a greater
extent than non-maltreated children
• Adolescents choose to disclosure abuse to peers or siblings is more common than
to adults. The main reason appears to be lack of trust in adults and
professionals/authorities
• Many children who have disclosed abuse to professionals experience lack of
adequate support or intervention
• Proper professional support can make a huge difference in a child’s life
• An outspoken child perspective can be of importance to gain
children’s trust
Carolina Jernbro, Karlstad University,
Institution for Health Sciences
Editor's Notes
According to WHO
Several universal benefits: Free prenatal care for all parents, free medical care for children, paid parental leave (föräldraledighet), with a total of 480 days of payment per child, Preschool for all children between the ages 1 and 5 . More than 90 percent of Swedish children between the ages of 2 and 5 attend preschool
Sweden was the first country to ban corporal punishment of children in 1979
Enligt en annan svensk studie där 2500 unga vuxna svarat på enkät så har 8.6% av pojkarna och 13.1% av flickorna varit utsatta för någon form av försummelse (fysisk eller psykisk).
Inte heller sexuella övergrepp – 7-8% av
Enligt en annan svensk studie där 2500 unga vuxna svarat på enkät så har 8.6% av pojkarna och 13.1% av flickorna varit utsatta för någon form av försummelse (fysisk eller psykisk).
Inte heller sexuella övergrepp – 7-8% av
92 schools,, and 158 classes chose to participate
Appropriate professional support
Future studies should focus on the need for implicit child perspective as the means for gaining child trust