Resources

Description Presented by Dr. Janis Whitlock, The Cutting Edge: Understanding Non-Suicidal Self-Injury in Community Youth Populations, Part Two. Self-injury is intentionally hurting the body (e.g. cutting, burning, etc.) but without suicidal intent. Because it often looks like a suicidal gestur...

Description Presented by Sara Daniel, MSW, LCSW.  This webinar will provide an overview of the essential ingredients for a trauma sensitive school. The prevalence and impact of trauma on behavior and learning will be reviewed. Concrete strategies and tools for shifting perspective and mindset ...

The Bullying: What You Need to Know resource provides information to families and educators on various types of bullying, risk factors, and what to do if a child is being bullied. This resource was created through a partnership between Families Together, Inc., Kansas Parent Information Resourc...

Stress is often thought of as an adult issue but children are exposed to stress every day through school, home or social interactions. There are several types of stress that can make a difference in the impact on a child’s brain and physical development. Since the effects of some types of stress ...

Description Educators and mental health professionals have grown increasingly concerned about the impact of trauma on students' ability to learn, regulate behavior, maintain healthy relationships, and succeed. As a result, the desire for thorough and accurate assessment of trauma, including sc...