Child Traumatic Stress
Children Bullied Over Their Weight Are at Greater Risk of Internalizing the Abuse
April 2, 2018
There can be lifelong psychological and social implications from being bullied for being heavy as a child. New research describes what this looks like for middle and high school youth.
ICYMI February 2018: A Call to Action for Gun Safety, Recognizing Warning Signs of Violence and Abuse, Head Injuries in Children, Adverse Childhood Experiences and More
February 28, 2018
Read more for a roundup of newsworthy articles in the world of child injury prevention from February 2018.
It’s All About Balance: Navigating the Pros and Cons of Smartphones for Teens and Children
January 17, 2018
Smartphones serve as a social lifeline for many, but have also become a cause for concern as increasing evidence shows that excessive time spent on the devices can be a factor in depression and suicidal thoughts in teens and children. I recently talked with two of my expert colleagues at CHOP about the competing dangers and benefits of smartphones for teens and children, and how parents can help kids manage their screen time appropriately.
ICYMI October: Blog Survey, Dr. Winston, Concussion and Multiple Sclerosis, ACEs and Sesame Street, and more!
October 31, 2017
Read more for a summary of newsworthy articles about child injury prevention from the past month.
Talking with Children about Natural Disasters
September 15, 2017
In this post, we share some resources on methods to talk to young children about disaster and manage traumatic stress.
ADHD and Adverse Childhood Experiences
September 12, 2017
Read more to learn about a recently published study on the prevalence of adverse childhood experiences and childhood ADHD.
The Ethical Case for Trauma Informed Pediatric Care
August 7, 2017
In a new article VIP@CIRP researchers explore how the principles of trauma informed care embody core principles of medical ethics.
New Research Points to Factors Involved in Pediatric PTS
July 25, 2017
Read more about new CIRP@CHOP research showing how children cope with an injury and potential ways to prevent posttraumatic stress.
Culture Shift – Spreading Trauma-Informed Care Across a Health System
March 9, 2017
The VPI@CHOP team recently published results of a QI study on implementing trauma-informed care training across CHOP.
Our Most Popular Posts 2016
December 28, 2016
As 2016 draws to a close, let's take a look back at Research in Action's most popular posts in the last year.