REMEMBERING TRAUMA Connecting the Dots Between Complex Trauma and Misdiagnosis in Youth - PowerPoint Presentation

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REMEMBERING

TRAUMA

Connecting the Dots Between Complex Trauma and Misdiagnosis in Youth

Developed by the Center for Child Trauma Assessment, Services and Interventions (CCTASI) at Northwestern University

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network

Developed by the Center for Child Trauma Assessment, Services and Interventions (CCTASI) at Northwestern University

OUR MISSION

is the raise the standard of care and improve access to services for traumatized children, their families and communities throughout the United States.

Center for Child Trauma Assessment, Services and Interventions

Developed by the Center for Child Trauma Assessment, Services and Interventions (CCTASI) at Northwestern University

http://cctasi.northwestern.edu/

The Risk of Misdiagnosis

Children presenting with posttraumatic reactions are at risk of being misdiagnosed with a variety of disorders and functional difficulties particularly when a

trauma assessment is not conducted.

ADHD

Bipolar Disorder

Depressive Disorders

Oppositional Defiant Disorder

Conduct Disorder

Reactive Attachment Disorder

Psychotic Disorders

Specific Phobias

Learning Disorders

Juvenile Delinquency

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Intersection of Race, Culture, and Trauma

Developed by the Center for Child Trauma Assessment, Services and Interventions (CCTASI) at Northwestern University

Film Background

Developed by the Center for Child Trauma Assessment, Services and Interventions (CCTASI) at Northwestern University

Based on a real youth client portrayed at different developmental stages

Story developed to illustrate various manifestations of complex trauma and the potential for mislabeling and misdiagnosis

Chronicles challenges faced by this youth across different service settings (school, probation, mental health

)

Key Messages of Remembering Trauma

Complex

trauma reactions can be

mislabeled or misdiagnosed

.

Ongoing, comprehensive

assessment

is an important part of treatment

.

Communication

across providers is important

.

Family mental health history and biologically-based disorders can

mask the role of trauma

Treatment

that does not incorporate a

trauma framework

may not

support

recovery and may be detrimental

Developed by the Center for Child Trauma Assessment, Services and Interventions (CCTASI) at Northwestern University

Disclaimer

This film is inspired by a true story. This story shows the various ways that trauma can impact youth. It contains adult language and includes scenes with family violence and sexual assault, which may be upsetting to watch. People who have experienced historical trauma, institutionalized racism, sexism and other forms of oppression may be uniquely impacted by the content of this film. It is strongly recommended that you view this film in the presence of a trusted adult that can offer support as needed.

Developed by the Center for Child Trauma Assessment, Services and Interventions (CCTASI) at Northwestern University

Remembering Trauma: Part 1

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Discussion

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Remembering Trauma: Part 2

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Discussion

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Interested in learning more?

Visit www.rememberingtrauma.org

Developed by the Center for Child Trauma Assessment, Services and Interventions (CCTASI) at Northwestern University