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Whether you have taken the Connections Matter training or not (although we recommend you do<\/a>), here are some essential resources regarding preventing and mitigating early childhood trauma.<\/p>\n Research shows that having Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), causes unhealthy levels of stress, which if frequent and prolonged, can dramatically change how the brain develops and increase the risk of health and social problems throughout a lifetime.<\/p>\n Easy to Share Fact Sheets<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Research and Data<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Stay Connected with Others Interested in ACEs<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Available Online Training and Webinars on ACEs<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div> Whenever we talk about Adverse Childhood Experiences, it is equally important that we talk about protective factors. Protective Factors<\/strong> are what helps children and families thrive despite whatever risk factors they might face. We are more likely to prevent Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) by building protective factors <\/b>in families and communities rather than by altering the risk factors. Helping parents build protective factors can lead to positive long-term outcomes for them and their children. The protective factor framework is led by Strengthening Families Georgia<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Resilience<\/b>– the ability to bounce back or push through\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Social Connections- <\/b>having networks of emotionally supportive friends, family, and neighbors<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Concrete Supports in Times of Need- <\/b>knowing where to turn to for help<\/p>\n Social and Emotional Competence- <\/b>learning to talk about and handle feelings<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development- <\/b>knowing how children learn and grow<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Additional resources for implementing protective factors<\/strong><\/p>\n Brains are shaped by our experiences throughout our lifetime, both positive and negative.\u00a0 Research reveals that positive experiences that shape early brain development are crucial for healthy outcomes; however, high and prolonged levels of stress can negatively impact that building process. Understanding brain development throughout the lifespan can help us promote healthy development and outcomes.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Brain Development and Trauma Factsheets<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Epignetics, the Generational Biological Impact<\/strong><\/p>\n The Impact of Trauma<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Trauma-Informed Care<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Strategies for Those Impacted by Trauma<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/span>Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)<\/div>\n\n
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