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Contributing Authors:
Kiturah Baker, Justin Edgecombe, Lonnie Grant, Daniel Harris,
Dr. Brandy Holloman, Tana Hutton, Rachel Lupian, LaTana Weems
In Childhood Trauma: What’s Happening in My Brain
I explore the powerful and often unseen effects of childhood trauma on brain development, emotional health, and behavior. Through this book, my goal is to provide a clear understanding of how early traumatic experiences shape a child’s future, affecting everything from their ability to regulate emotions to how they learn and form relationships. I want readers to grasp the deep impact of trauma on the brain, while also recognizing the incredible potential for healing.
In this book, I address the root causes of childhood trauma, the signs to watch for, and the ways it can manifest in the classroom and beyond. I offer practical strategies for parents, caregivers, and educators who are committed to helping children navigate their healing journey. This is not just a book about trauma—it's about hope, recovery, and the resilience of the human brain.
I am honored to include stories from contributing authors who have bravely shared their personal experiences with trauma: Kiturah Baker, Justin Edgecombe, Lonnie Grant, Daniel Harris, Dr. Brandy Holloman, Tana Hutton, Rachel Lupian, and LaTana Weems. Their voices bring powerful insight and depth, making this book a vital resource for anyone looking to better understand childhood trauma and how to help children rise above it.
Together, we can create environments where children not only survive but thrive, reclaiming their lives and futures with strength and resilience.
Did You Know?
1 in 4 children experience some form of trauma before adulthood.
Childhood trauma can alter brain development, affecting a child’s ability to regulate emotions and learn in school.
The brain has the ability to heal! Early intervention and supportive environments can help children recover and thrive.
Chronic stress during childhood increases the risk of long-term health problems, including heart disease, anxiety, and depression.
Children who experience trauma are twice as likely to develop learning and behavioral issues at school.
Positive relationships with caregivers and educators can play a crucial role in helping children heal from trauma.
Early trauma can change the brain's structure. Children who experience trauma often develop heightened stress responses, which can impact brain development and emotional regulation well into adulthood.
The brain is incredibly resilient. With proper support and intervention, children's brains have the ability to heal and adapt, showing remarkable recovery after trauma.
Trauma isn’t always about physical harm. Emotional neglect, bullying, or witnessing violence can be just as harmful as physical abuse. Trauma is about how a child experiences and internalizes fear, not just the event itself.
Children may not show immediate signs of trauma. Trauma can remain hidden for years, surfacing later in life through behaviors like anxiety, difficulty in relationships, or trouble in school.
Supportive environments make all the difference. Children who grow up in nurturing, stable environments, even after experiencing trauma, are more likely to develop resilience and thrive.
Parents and educators play a crucial role in healing. The presence of compassionate, understanding adults can help children rewire their brains and overcome the effects of trauma.
