5 Ways to Support LGBTQ+ Youth

5 Ways to Support LGBTQ+ Youth By Violet Chazkel and Gabrielle DeWolf   This June, we are commemorating the 53rd year of Pride Month by sharing five ways you can support LGBTQ+ youth. Research shows that LGBTQ+ youth are overrepresented in child welfare systems...

Complex PTSD and Childhood Trauma

Complex PTSD and Childhood Trauma   Complex post-traumatic stress disorder, or C-PTSD, is a type of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) caused by chronic, long-lasting, or repeated traumatic events. For example, child abuse or childhood trauma — physical abuse,...

Positive Parenting: A Proven Strategy To Reduce Child Abuse

Positive Parenting: A Proven Strategy To Reduce Child Abuse   Parenting is one of life’s most challenging jobs. It’s an enormous responsibility that often leaves parents second-guessing if they’re doing a good job.  While there’s a seemingly endless supply of...

Prevention of Abuse Among Children with Disabilities

Prevention of Abuse Among Children with Disabilities By Aiesha Hemeda   As always, it is important to spread awareness and end the stigma of silence that surrounds child abuse and neglect. Children with disabilities are oftentimes more susceptible to child abuse and...