Note: This article discusses serious topics pertaining to trauma. Although some psychological wounds heal into scars on their own, others require careful tending. Each individual’s needs and ...

Correctional centers in Arkansas are using innovative approaches to reduce stress. The Prison Yoga Project is operating six ...

I recently had an interesting discussion with a scholar who is conducting her dissertation research on how trauma-informed approaches in social services are shifting urban policies. She contacted me ...

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The U.S. has a long history of institutional racism, systemic discrimination, and economic inequity across employment, education, criminal justice, and public assistance programs. These barriers ...

Let’s say there is a 9-year-old boy who is being treated at a residential facility due to his dysregulated and aggressive behavior. Like so many children in these places, he has a history of abuse and ...

Maayan Aviv, CEO, American Friends of NATAL, is a nonprofit leader with 15+ years of experience, driving impact in mental health treatment. When trauma hits, it impacts all parts of an individual’s ...