Full Title: Ice Cold & Red Hot: The Effects of Trauma and Neglect on Neurodevelopment

Do you sometimes find yourself sad, frustrated and confused by the behavior of children on your caseload? One child might be prone to highly emotional meltdown; another seems indifferent and hard to reach.  Often, problems with attachment, adaptation and self-control are directly related to the effects of abuse and neglect on the growing brains of children.  This workshop will enhance your understanding of the special vulnerability of children to trauma and neglect as you learn the two characteristic responses to trauma; the long term impact of trauma and neglect on mental health; and appropriate forms of treatment.