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The Benefits Of Trauma Informed Teaching Strategies And Interventions For Students, Ryan J. Abrahamson Jan 2024

The Benefits Of Trauma Informed Teaching Strategies And Interventions For Students, Ryan J. Abrahamson

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Over the years, schools have faced an uphill battle when discussing trauma in students. As the research continues to improve and the more it is studied, more schools are able to talk about it and learn about it. This can become a big weight on the shoulders of the teachers because students do spend the majority of their day at school during the school year. Not only are the general education students experiencing trauma but also students with disabilities are also experiencing it.. This can lead to a higher risk for the students with disabilities to experience mental health issues …


Brain Development And Intervention For Students Who Experienced Trauma, Alicia Teeter Jan 2024

Brain Development And Intervention For Students Who Experienced Trauma, Alicia Teeter

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There has been a growing recognition of the profound impact of trauma on students' academic achievement, behavior, and overall well-being. Schools play a critical role in supporting students affected by trauma, and implementing a trauma-informed approach within educational settings has emerged as a crucial strategy for creating safe and nurturing environments to improve learning. The essential components of how to implement when implementing the essential components of a trauma-informed approach, the focus should involve collaboration and partnership with mental health professionals, community organizations, and families. These essential components are to ensure that students receive comprehensive support for each of their …


The Benefits Of Implementing Trauma Informed Teaching Strategies To Support Students In Special Education, Connor J. Malcolm Jan 2023

The Benefits Of Implementing Trauma Informed Teaching Strategies To Support Students In Special Education, Connor J. Malcolm

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The number of children experiencing traumatic events is occurring at an alarming rate. According to Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA), more than two-thirds of children in the United States are going to or have already experienced at least one traumatic event by the age of 16. Students with special education needs are also experiencing this trauma at high rates. These students that are experiencing different types of trauma are then carrying this trauma with them into schools and classrooms. Trauma affects the brain and also influences the way that students can learn and behave in the classroom. …


The Benefits Of Implementing Trauma Informed Teaching Strategies To Support Students In Special Education, Connor J. Malcolm Jan 2023

The Benefits Of Implementing Trauma Informed Teaching Strategies To Support Students In Special Education, Connor J. Malcolm

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The number of children experiencing traumatic events is occurring at an alarming rate. According to Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA), more than two-thirds of children in the United States are going to or have already experienced at least one traumatic event by the age of 16. Students with special education needs are also experiencing this trauma at high rates. These students that are experiencing different types of trauma are then carrying this trauma with them into schools and classrooms. Trauma affects the brain and also influences the way that students can learn and behave in the classroom. …


The Effects Of Trauma On Special Education Students Specifically Within Certain Disability Categories Such As Selective Mutism, Autism, And Other Health Disabilities, David R. Johnston Jan 2022

The Effects Of Trauma On Special Education Students Specifically Within Certain Disability Categories Such As Selective Mutism, Autism, And Other Health Disabilities, David R. Johnston

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Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) have been shown to have life-long consequences. The trail of trauma often associated with negative childhood experiences can impact students as they go through the developmental stages of adolescents all the way through adulthood. Research shows that fallout from the experienced trauma and traumatic experiences can be magnified, especially if an individual has experienced multiple traumatic events. Educators can support all students using a Trauma-Informed mindset or approach. This thesis focuses on the effects of trauma on special education students, specifically within certain disability categories such as selective mutism, autism and other health disabilities. Evidence strongly …


Educator Support And Autonomy: Combating The Loss Of Self-Efficacy Influencing Educators' Burnout, Chelsea L. Amell Jan 2022

Educator Support And Autonomy: Combating The Loss Of Self-Efficacy Influencing Educators' Burnout, Chelsea L. Amell

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Educator trauma-informed teaching practices in education systems are paving the way for schools to meet the needs of students who have experienced trauma and support students from experiencing secondary trauma. Furthermore, exploring the effects and impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic also conveys the influences of indicators in educators' burnout. Research suggests that understanding the influences of educator burnout indicators allows policy leaders, districts, and schools to address the increasing levels of educator burnout. Unfortunately, our society does not know the lasting impact COVID-19 had on our educational system for both students and teachers. Findings in the research revealed impacts on …


The Benefits Of Training All School Staff When Working With Students Who Have Experienced Trauma, Kari F. Wines Jan 2021

The Benefits Of Training All School Staff When Working With Students Who Have Experienced Trauma, Kari F. Wines

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The number of students that have been affected by trauma is increasing. Trauma impacts students’ developing brains, including concentration, memory, behavior, self-regulating ability, perception and cognitive deficits, and impaired academic performance. Teachers are learning how to cope with the lack of students’ academic success and behaviors who have been affected by trauma. When staff is not adequately trained, some consequences include secondary trauma, lead to burn-out. Paraeducators, also known as paraprofessionals, support staff, teacher aides, and educational assistants, are vital academic community members, especially with students in special education. Paraeducators (paras) work closely with students and provide various services to …


The Paramountcy Of Trauma Informed Classrooms, Jodi Elaine Carmeli Jan 2020

The Paramountcy Of Trauma Informed Classrooms, Jodi Elaine Carmeli

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Students impacted by trauma make up a substantial portion of the overall population. Yet, schools throughout the United States have failed to adequately meet the needs of trauma-impacted youth and the teachers who support them. As a result, many students who might have otherwise developed academically, socially, and emotionally are dropping out and becoming maladjusted, which has wide-ranging, lasting impacts on society overall. Additional resources and training must be provided to the educational community, especially in areas where trauma is prevalent. Healthcare professionals such as psychologists and therapists have proven to be essential partners who are able to contribute their …


The Unique Characteristics Of Trauma In Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Jana Laine Jonasen Jan 2020

The Unique Characteristics Of Trauma In Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Jana Laine Jonasen

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Research has shown characteristics of individuals with ASD that have been exposed to trauma are difficult to determine. With more of trauma at an early age and the overshadowing of characteristics between trauma and ASD it will be difficult to determine where an individual is demonstrates ASD characteristics or PTSD characteristics. Evidence suggests that individuals with ASD are at an increased risk of exposure to trauma due to their social communication deficits and emotional control. Evidence shows that individuals with ASD experience substantially more trauma or traumatic childhood experiences which may contribute to greater chances of physical and mental trauma. …


The Effect Of Trauma On Students And How Schools And Teachers Are Changing To Better Support Student Needs, Ella Elaine Carlson Jan 2019

The Effect Of Trauma On Students And How Schools And Teachers Are Changing To Better Support Student Needs, Ella Elaine Carlson

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Teachers are seeing more and more students who are going through traumatic life events. These events are affecting their developing brain, school behavior and academic success. These events are having a secondary effect on teachers, creating burnout and secondary trauma. Teachers are becoming overwhelmed with their students academic needs and behavioral supports to make them more successful in school. School administrations are trying to find proper supports for all students in the classroom while providing teachers with meaningful professional development strategies. These strategies involve schools transitioning to a trauma-informed environment where students and teachers feel supportive and successful. The following …


How Childhood Trauma Directly Affects The Mental Health And Life-Long Learning Of K-12 Students, Tara Jean Schubring Jan 2019

How Childhood Trauma Directly Affects The Mental Health And Life-Long Learning Of K-12 Students, Tara Jean Schubring

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During the time as a federal setting III EBD teacher in a self-contained elementary-aged program, there have been two critical elements in this field that have provided the passion to tackle this topic of effective classroom management strategies for problem behaviors and the environmental factors that may drive those problem behaviors. The topic was chosen this to provide students hope for a successful future, even if the world outside of school is setting them up for failure. As a federal setting III EBD teacher, this researcher saw students struggling in school because environmental factors, such as lack of sleep or …


The Implications Of Childhood Trauma For Education Professionals, Travis William Walls Jan 2019

The Implications Of Childhood Trauma For Education Professionals, Travis William Walls

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Students in all areas of the world have experienced trauma that has impacted both their educational and social development; this epidemic has become clear over the last 20 years. The Adverse Childhood Experiences Study recognized seven negative exposures that were believed to have a detrimental effect on health and wellbeing later in life. After more research, the list of known traumatic experiences has grown to include other negative impactors like parental divorce, bullying at school, or abuse. In reality, any experience that overwhelms a person’s ability to cope and adapt properly can be considered traumatic. Thankfully, there are now many …


Childhood Trauma In Education: Addressing The Needs Of Students Who Have Experienced Trauma Through Trauma Informed Practices, Claire R. Steffen Jan 2018

Childhood Trauma In Education: Addressing The Needs Of Students Who Have Experienced Trauma Through Trauma Informed Practices, Claire R. Steffen

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This literature review explores the background of trauma, the physiological effects of trauma on the developing child, and effective trauma informed strategies to assist educators in meeting the challenging needs of all students, especially those who have experienced trauma. Longitudinal research shows that trauma is prevalent and its effects are long lasting. Various effects of trauma contribute to dysfunction in brain processes, which results in academic and behavioral deficits. Trauma informed strategies such as Flexible Framework, Supportive Trauma Interventions for Educators (STRIVE), and Making SPACE for Learning are explained to assist educators in better meeting the needs of students who …


Trauma Sensitive Schools, Maria Bowker Jan 2017

Trauma Sensitive Schools, Maria Bowker

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Recent research has shown that an astounding number of children have faced adverse childhood experiences. Due to this fact, many of the students sitting in American classrooms have traumatic backgrounds that can cause a variety of side effects including a lack of academic focus, depression, PTSD, and low social-emotional abilities. Schools are the perfect place to implement trauma sensitive frameworks to provide these students an accessible education. Effective trauma sensitive schools are relational, empowering, and consistent. With these traits, research has shown that depression and PTSD symptoms can be reduced, behavior problems can be decreased, and attendance can increase.


Ace’S And Trauma In Education, Richard Santangelo Jan 2017

Ace’S And Trauma In Education, Richard Santangelo

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The author of this paper has worked in special education since 1988, primarily with Emotional and Behavioral Disordered (EBD) students. Throughout the author's career there have been many conversations about why some students display EBD behaviors. Through many years of teaching and numerous professional conferences, it was not until January 2016 that the author heard about ACES. This piqued the author's curiosity. Dr. Felitti spear-headed a study in the mid-1990s out of a clinic in Southern California. As a practicing physician focusing on weight loss he began questioning clients about their social history. Felitti found that his clients experienced trauma …