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This article focuses primarily on the peer-reviewed literature on the neurobiological sequelae of childhood trauma in children and adults with histories of childhood trauma. It also reviews relevant studies of animal models of stress which can help us to better understand the psychobiological effects of trauma during development. Publication Date
2014About
Useful for parents and teachers, this website contains a series of video chapters that discusses various aspects of prenatal development from 0 weeks to birth. Subtitles are available as wells as PDF copies in English, Spanish and French.Publication Date
2013About
Here’s a calming activity to do anywhere.Publication Date
2017About
The CNNC was designed to provide training and evaluation with regards to immigrant populations in North Carolina and to collaborate with government and social bodies to respond to immigrant needs. Their website contains information on their outreach programs as well as research efforts.Publication Date
1980About
This federally-funded center provides free resources including infographics, studies, videos, and other resources related to the IECMH field, its impact, and federal policies that affect implementation. One resource at this site, What Works? A Study of Effective Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation Programs – 2009 highlights the critical factors for an effective intervention in supporting a child’s social, emotional, and behavioral development, as well as the structures needed to make a program successful.About
Published by ZERO TO THREE, this resource looks at how culture can be defined and provides an overview of the research showing how culture affects child development in the following areas: cognitive development, language development (of mono- and bilingual infants and toddlers), and socioemotional development. Summary tables of each area are provided.Publication Date
2008About
This book presents a case for human development to be viewed as cultural process. It discusses how understanding the processes and practices of an individual’s culture gives insight into the individual’s development and learning process.Publication Date
2003About
This webpage contains three short video excerpts about the developing brain, language development, and how children learn right and wrong, which are taken from The Human Spark, a three-part video series.Publication Date
2010About
The Tenets can empower individual practitioners, agencies and systems of care to identify and address the social justice issues intricately intertwined with all infant mental health work. The Tenets are rooted in belief that self-awareness and intentional action are the cornerstones of principles of equity and inclusion.About
The large gap in achievement and development between children growing up in poor and low-income families and their peers in more advantaged situations continues to be a concern to parents, the public, and policymakers. This 2014 brief describes research on the achievement and development gap – its origins, size, and what we know about how public policy can narrow the gap.About
This guide introduces parents to the processes involved in early intervention, from referral to transition, as well as important information for parents and additional resources. This guide is also available in PDF format and in many different languages.Publication Date
2011About
Research has long underscored the negative effects of spanking on children’s social-emotional development, self-regulation, and cognitive development. But recent findings show that spanking alters children’s brain response in ways similar to severe maltreatment. Learn more at https://www.gse.harvard.edu/news/uk/21/04/effect-spanking-brainAbout
The guide provides examples of ways to gather information about families' strengths, hopes for their children, and challenges. It also lays out specific strategies to engage families in conversations about goal-setting.About
Co-authored by the National Scientific Council on the Developing Child and the National Forum on Early Childhood Policy and Programs, this publication presents some essential findings based on research in neuroscience, molecular biology and genomics. The authors explain the significance of these findings for decision-makers across early childhood program and health promotion and prevention policy sectors and offer a new framework for viewing early childhood policy and practice. The entire document is available on the website, along with a summary of the essential findings.Publication Date
2010About
A brief video demonstrating the gift of home language for young children in classroom settings. This video sets the stage for how learning can occur when teachers support and include children's home language in instruction and interactions. Accompanying discussion guides are included. Publication Date
2020About
Each transition gives family members and professionals the opportunity to reflect on and appreciate the unique gifts that each child brings. This brief video uses the words and feelings of children to express the importance of incorporating each child’s “gifts” in any setting.About
This website from Head Start contains information on how preschool programs support school readiness. A Spanish version is available.Publication Date
2013About
This article discusses the benefits of music for children and presents three case studies of children with Down syndrome where musical play is part of their holistic therapy.Publication Date
1980