Trauma-Informed Care

Trauma-Informed Care for Pediatricians

Trauma-Informed Care

What is Trauma-informed Care?

Trauma-informed care (TIC) is defined by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network  as medical care in which all parties involved assess, recognize and respond to the effects of traumatic stress on children, caregivers and healthcare providers.

The Power of Relationships in Pediatric Care: Uncovering Trauma & Adversity

Children have often experienced challenges or trauma that might be hidden during a physical exam. In this video, Khadijia Tribié Reid, MD, MPH, FAAP, tells the story of one family’s visit that revealed some personal trauma. She talks about the importance of going beyond the checklists and building trusted relationships with patients and families to better support them through hard times.

The Three R's of Trauma-Informed Care

REASSURE

Let children know they are safe.

ROUTINE

Let children know what to expect.

REGULATE

Teach children to manage their emotions.

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AAP TIC Resources

RESOURCES FOR PEDIATRICIANS

RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES

Pediatric Approach to Trauma, Treatment and Resilience (PATTeR)

In children, trauma - a deeply distressing or disturbing experience - can profoundly affect the developing brain and body, leading to lifelong physical, developmental and mental health problems. Among US children, 68% experience at least one traumatic event. In response, the American Academy of Pediatrics, in collaboration with other organizations, implemented a national educational program titled, Pediatric Approach to Trauma, Treatment and Resilience (PATTeR).

National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) was created by Congress in 2000 as part of the Children's Health Act to raise the standard of care and increase access to services for children and families who experience or witness traumatic events.

The Child Traumatic Stress Care Process Model (CPM)

The Child Traumatic Stress Care Process Model (CPM) was developed through a collaboration of the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah and the Center for Safe and Healthy Families at Intermountain Healthcare’s Primary Children’s Hospital. This work was funded through federal grant monies allocated by the National Child Traumatic Stress Initiative (NCTSI), which is part of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).

Pediatric Medical Traumatic Stress Resources

The Center for Pediatric Medical Traumatic Stress Resources (CPTS) is a partner in the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN), and was founded in 2002 to address medical trauma in the lives of children and families. Their toolkit contains resources for a wide variety of pediatric healthcare providers, related to pediatric medical traumatic stress.