Clinical Considerations Related to the Behavioral Manifestations of Child Maltreatment
This report from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and the National Center for Child Traumatic Stress provides guidance for pediatricians and other pediatric health care providers in recognizing and managing the behavioral and mental health symptoms exhibited by children who have been maltreated. In addition to summaries of the consequences of maltreatment, the report discusses currently available treatment approaches.
Resource Type: Handouts/Tipsheets
Topic(s): Family-Centered Practices, Social-emotional development, Teaming and Collaboration
Types of Diversity: Children and Families who have Experienced Maltreatment and Trauma
Community College Core Course(s): Child Development and Learning, Child Guidance, Child, Family, and Community, Health, Safety, and Nutrition