Trauma Guide from Healthy Foster Care America and American Academy of Pediatrics

Healthy Foster Care America (HFCA) is an initiative of the AAP and its partners to improve the health and well-being outcomes of children and teens in foster care.

• Trauma Toolbox for Primary Care
  This 6-part series of research briefs, available in English and Spanish, was designed with the primary care practice in mind – those who may or may not be familiar with adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and the process of asking families about exposure to ACEs or other traumatic events. It includes information on trauma for pediatricians and handouts for parents.
  • Adverse Childhood Experiences and the Lifelong Consequences of Trauma (PDF)
• Helping Foster and Adoptive Families Cope with Trauma: A Guide for Pediatricians (PDF)
  • Parenting after Trauma: Understanding Your Child’s Needs (PDF)