Are you aware of the hidden traumas that adolescents face daily that can sometimes go unnoticed?

In this episode Dr. Park sheds light on the subtle negative experiences that may go unnoticed but have a long-term impact on these young lives. The discussion also takes us beyond traditional understandings of trauma to recognize the broader spectrum that encompasses a sense of not belonging and exclusion due to identity-based microaggressions.

Join us as we uncover the impact of trauma on adolescents, discuss the importance of inclusive education, and foster a greater understanding of how OTPs can support those dealing with trauma in meaningful ways.

Listen now to learn the following objectives:

• Learners will gain an understanding of the different types of trauma experienced by adolescents and how these experiences impact their daily lives.
• Learners will explore practical strategies to create trauma-informed classrooms and inclusive environments that promote healing, growth, and resilience.
• Learners will develop a toolkit of evidence-based interventions and approaches that can be used to address the effects of trauma in school-based settings.

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