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Seven key lessons for reporting on childhood trauma
posted 06/16/2015

A growing body of evidence suggests that a child’s exposure to trauma and stress can have profound mental and physical health consequences later in life. Arielle Levin Becker recently set out to explore that link and collected some key reporting lessons along the way.

How reporting on childhood trauma made me rethink interviews
posted 06/02/2015

When reporter Arielle Levin Becker set out to interview families involved in a home-visiting program, she found unexpectedly difficult. The reservations voiced by potential sources ultimately led her to rethink how she approaches interviews in general.

What does the science of children's brains mean for public policy?
posted 07/06/2014

So much crucial brain development occurs in the first three years of life that one researcher jokes that to him and his colleagues, 3-year-olds are practically middle aged. And yet,the first three years of life often get comparatively little attention in mental health or education policies

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Seven key lessons for reporting on childhood trauma
A growing body of evidence suggests that a child’s exposure to trauma and stress can have... more »
posted 06/16/15
How reporting on childhood trauma made me rethink interviews
When reporter Arielle Levin Becker set out to interview families involved in a home-visiting... more »
posted 06/02/15
What does the science of children's brains mean for public policy?
So much crucial brain development occurs in the first three years of life that one researcher... more »
posted 07/06/14

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Project: Recognizing trauma and isolation — Part 4

Nelba Márquez-Greene’s family experienced a high-profile trauma when her daughter, Ana, was killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School. But before that, she understood trauma as a mental health professional. She says we need to do a better job of recognizing and responding when children need help.

Project: From brain science to stop and shop — Part 3

From providing mental health care at the supermarket to training pediatricians in infant mental health, some in health care and social services are trying to apply the lessons of brain science and development to prevent problems that can threaten children’s health and well-being.

Project: Changing courses — Part 2

Science suggests that having a secure relationship with a caregiver can help protect a child’s brain and body from the effects of adversity. A Connecticut program for very young children who have experienced trauma or other challenges has gotten results by focusing on that relationship.