In Week 6 of Childhood Trauma Theory, Treatment & Recovery (CHFS‑3020) at Empire State University, students focus on how parents identify and respond to trauma reactions in their children. This week’s discussion examines the subtle emotional and behavioral cues that signal distress, the role of attentive listening and observation, and the importance of timely support. Students also explore how counsellors can guide parents, strengthen attachment, and determine when professional therapy becomes necessary.
What did you learn from these three stories about how the
parents may have discovered that their child was reacting to a trauma? In
general, how can parents listen to and observe their children to discover
whether (and how) their child is reacting to a traumatic event?
1. When should a parent be concerned about their child's
response to an event?
2. In each story above, identify which parent responses seemed
to help the child, and what other practical things (if anything) could the
parents have done to help?
3. When is it the right time to refer a child to therapy? Is it
too soon sometimes?
4. How can we engage with parents to assist if their problems
are affecting their children?
5. As a counsellor, how can we coach a parent to help their child
heal from trauma?
6. Choose one of the above stories and explain how the child's sense of safety, connection to attachment figures, and self-regulation were strengthened.
This week highlights the essential partnership between caregivers and counsellors in supporting a child’s healing after trauma. As you continue through the course, our team is here to offer clear explanations, structured academic guidance, and steady support to help you navigate these concepts with confidence.
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