Lakeside’s Institute for Family Professionals has been working in the Philadelphia School District to teach three trauma courses to the district’s staff. We have appreciated the support of the District, the many enthusiastic participants and the sponsorship of the United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey. These three courses for District personnel offer strategies […]
Why Tell Such an Intimate Story of Personal Trauma?
Warning: the story below contains graphic descriptions which some may find difficult to read. What we’re sharing with you is unfortunately not an isolated story. It is a woman’s personal story of her traumatic experience. I think it represents the type of graphic issues that some of our trauma-impacted females face. As It Happens, This story occurs in […]
Lawmakers Seek Public Health Support to Address Life-Impacting Child Trauma
I am extremely pleased that we are beginning to propose legislation to consider the impact of trauma. However, I am more wanting to see our country begin a process of bringing more support to children who are trauma-impacted. Statistics clearly show the detrimental impact trauma has on any child’s life Also, the constancy of brain dysregulation […]
Grace on the Broad Street Subway
At Lakeside, we are so encouraged when we hear stories of how our training has impacted someone to the point that they have used the lenses gained and the skills we have transferred to them to make a real difference in their family and/or community. Here is one story of a Lakeside Global trained individual […]
The Limitations of Teaching ‘Grit’ in the Classroom
We all need to be reminded how a trauma lens can deepen our understanding of each student’s “iceberg,” of what is behind the behavior of so many of our dysregulated students. Every student has a personal story Alisha Sultan’s story is typical of how a greater understanding of trauma and its impact is helpful. Being trauma informed […]
Children Learn What They Live – The Recovery Version
First appearing on ACES connection, this is a thought-provoking poem written by Tian Dayton. I think it is self-explanatory and compelling. Children Learn What They Live If children live with parents who are high, They learn that people are unpredictable and unreliable. If children live with denial, They learn to mistrust what they feel and […]
The Single Best Predictor of Positive Outcomes for Children
In my last post, I invited readers to learn about some ways memories may be transgenerational in nature. Like me, many people who learn this are fascinated by it and its possible ramifications. It can be a real game changer in understanding why we each think, believe and behave as we do. So I am […]
Why a Children of Alcoholics Awareness Week?
Last week was Children of Alcoholics (COA) awareness week. While it was and is helpful to recognize the substance abuse potential of alcohol, sadly, it is not the only substance that can be abused in the home. Alcohol or any substance abuse can affect an individual’s health and ACEs score One of many Adverse Childhood […]
Attunement: How the Brain, Mind and Body “Remember” Trauma
Something I read several days ago literally has been haunting me. While I write about basic parenting principles and approaches for Lakeside, this information seems essential for anyone who provides care both to very young or older children.
How to Use Stories as an Intervention for Children in Trauma
Personal narratives can be an effective tool to help trauma-impacted children. It takes creativity and sensitivity, but it really can make a difference in healing traumatic wounds. Let’s take a look at Dr. Megan Corrado’s work with children in Camden and Philadelphia The article below by Alaina Mabaso features Dr. Corrado’s work.
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