Childhood Trauma: Parenting and Child Behavior

I. BACKGROUND

Parents who have experienced childhood trauma are more likely to have difficulty
raising their children. According to Hovens, J. G. F. M. a Psychiatrist at Leiden
University Medical Center, Childhood trauma has been linked to the development of
anxiety and depression in later life, because it makes the child feel worthless and sad
during their childhood. This Research looks at the impact of childhood trauma on
children's well-being and adult behavior from the perspective of the community in the
Philippines. It is characterized by abuse and family conflict and that is one of those early
life experiences that not only have detrimental effects during childhood and
adolescence but can leave a “scar” well into midlife and old age.

Children in the Philippines are frequently the victims of physical, psychological,

sexual, and online violence, according to the 2015 National Baseline Survey on
Violence Against Children in the Philippines. Additionally, children are more likely to
experience violence during situations. In the Philippines, studies on this subject usually
focus on one or two of the four types of child maltreatment behaviors, which may either
be physical abuse, verbal or psychological abuse, sexual abuse, or neglect. These
actions may influence and impede how they engage the children with others in the
classroom, stifling academic, social, and emotional development. As a result, it is critical
for schools, communities, parents, caregivers, and everyone else who works with
children and families to get the entire scope of trauma in early children, school-aged
children, and adolescents. Children are especially susceptible to stress, violence, and
human trafficking in the wake of natural catastrophes. While all types of stress affect
parent-child relationships and children's social-emotional development, high levels of
parenting stress are particularly problematic since they have a consequential effect on
parenting behavior and, as a result, child outcomes.

There is scientific evidence that sociopolitical circumstances can increase the

probability of child abuse. Despite the support of family and friends, some young
individuals may not achieve recovery independently. When necessary, a mental health
professional trained in evidence-based trauma treatment can assist children and
families in dealing with the aftermath of traumatic experiences and moving toward
recovery. According to the National Child Traumatic Stress Network, the Treatment for
every child is determined by the nature, timing, and extent of trauma exposure. Some
children may not be ready to discuss their trauma right away, so therapists must operate
at a pace that the child can handle. However, talking about trauma with a skilled
therapist has been a critical ingredient in treatments that have been studied scientifically
and shown to be effective.

II. GOALS

Repetitive and significant encounters with trauma and stress have real
consequences for the physical, social, and emotional well-being of children, so Public
Awareness advocacy is essential to help lessen and also prevent violence against
children in the community. The purpose of this Research is to enhance an individual's
comprehension of the fundamental principles of trauma and adverse childhood
experiences, as well as their influence on brain development. We will look at how our
experiences influence our health, mental health, and our path toward social well-being.

This advocacy Research will also grow the understanding of core protective factors
and assist attendees in understanding trauma and its potential life-long effects. We will
explore ways of changing the narrative, being more trauma-informed in our interactions,
and helping the community use these understandings to better interact with both
children and families. We recognize the value of community involvement in protecting
families and children. A period of time will be devoted to promoting awareness and
encouraging measures to stop child abuse and neglect.

III. OBJECTIVES

According to UNICEF (2005), which referenced national data from 2001, There
were 10,996 recorded cases of domestic child abuse. As stated by Angelo Tapeles,
executive director of the Council for the Welfare of Children, 17,600 incidences of child
abuse had been reported as of 2023. Based on a previous UNICEF report, 24% of
Filipino children surveyed claimed that their parents had physically abused them for
misbehaving. Owing to the rise in incidents, the advocate ensures that these incidents
decrease and that such occurrences are prevented as much as possible.

Recovery and Rehabilitation are likewise areas of attention. As our goal

highlights the long-term consequences of child violence, we emphasize that it is
dominant to provide aftercare services to child abuse victims. This Public awareness
can create environments that protect children and promote their well-being by
emphasizing the strengthening of economic support, encouraging positive social norms,
making sure children have a strong start, teaching essential skills, cultivating supportive
relationships, and intervening when necessary. Children who have suffered physical
violence should appropriately receive legal, medical, psychological, and
self-enhancement services as sources of support in pursuing their case and assisting in
their recovery and reintegration into society.

IV. TACTICS
 By better understanding public awareness and views toward the problem, this
research will enable us to effectively customize our advocacy messaging. Furthermore,
researching the opposition—finding groups or people who are unwilling to acknowledge
childhood trauma—will help us develop a plan to refute myths and counterarguments.
Our goal is to create a network of support by educating parents on the impact of trauma
on child behavior through webinars and seminars.

Giving caregivers access to resources that provide advice on trauma-informed

parenting can empower them. Acknowledging people or groups that are making
progress in this area in public will foster goodwill and inspire others to join the cause.
Writing letters to local lawmakers as a student will involve promoting laws that
encourage trauma-informed practices in communities and schools. Our message can
be amplified at the institutional level by lobbying decision-makers. Affected families can
use public hearings as a forum to tell their story, humanizing the problem and igniting
the need for change.

We researchers will create a gripping accounts of childhood trauma that

showcase effective treatments and neighborhood initiatives. We can attract public
attention and promote wider discussion on the topic by producing stories that are worthy
of being considered newsworthy. All things considered, these advocacy strategies
support flexibility, that make use of the resources at hand, and are consistent with the
objectives of our organization. We may successfully increase awareness and promote
systemic change on childhood trauma by reducing resistance through coalition building
and education.
V. RESOURCES AND ASSETS

According to Child & Youth Care Forum (2024), Higher childhood adversity rates
were linked to poorer observed parent-child interaction quality in 79% of studies.
Neglect and maltreatment during childhood were associated with fewer parenting
practices, both positive and more bad. The only home issue that had a detrimental
effect on interaction quality was seeing family violence. 58% of research shows that
ACEs directly influenced interaction, but in 21% of cases, additional factors mediated
this effect. This trend was consistent across several sample kinds.

People with knowledge of parenting styles, ACEs, and observational research

techniques must be included. Putting together a dedicated team guarantees thorough
coverage of the subject from multiple angles. Obtain funds via grants, institutional
assistance, or collaborations with child care organizations. An effective and
comprehensive review process will be made possible by financial resources that will
support staff salaries, cover publication fees, and make databases easier to access.
Make use of digital tools for cooperation, like project management software and online
databases for literature access.
VI. ALLIES

Public awareness and advocacy are essential for preventing violence against
children. You may share information with the people in your community, and the general
public. By raising awareness, we can encourage federal, state, and local politicians to
prioritize children and implement a zero-tolerance policy for child protection. These are
all good opportunities to raise awareness and maintain the public's interest in the
problem of child abuse and neglect. Because, regrettably, child abuse occurs daily.

A. To reduce and avoid traumatic experiences, we participate in self-reflection and

review of community services to raise awareness.

● Be Open and Feel Safe. It’s important to communicate and be open-minded

about your experiences and how they’ve affected you.
● Be Patient and Understand. It must be understanding of what other people are
going through and patient when they share their experiences.
● Be Kind. It is essential to overall health and quality of life and affects how one
thinks, feels, acts, and responds. When it comes to mental health, self-care and
being kind can help people manage stress, lower their risk of illness, and
increase energy levels.

This type of community service advocacy focuses on raising awareness about

specific issues or advocating for policy changes to address societal challenges. These
Advocates may promote structural change and guarantee that the needs of
marginalized groups, such as street children, are given priority and attention by
educating the public and legislators that may learn a lot of this traumatic experience.
 B. A This kind Community Advocacy Services has many benefits, including:

● Symptom Management

Our goal is to use treatment to lessen the symptoms of anxiety, despair, and
post-traumatic stress disorder.

● Learning Coping Skills

In order to help the community better handle the trauma and the emotions that go along
with it, we make sure they have the appropriate coping mechanisms. A healthy lifestyle
in general will result from improved reactions to stresses and triggers.

● Reducing Triggers

Without treatment, trauma triggers, flashbacks, and other symptoms will only worsen
over time. So that we may focus on the triggers and how to effectively handle them.

● Trauma Healing

This Advocacy offers a safe and supportive setting in which to collaborate with therapy
specialists to better understand the cause of the trauma, how it affects you, and how to
manage it.
VII. OPPOSITION

A number of stakeholders, including conservative legislators, traditionalist child

welfare professionals, and certain community members who are dubious of mental
health efforts, may oppose the use of a Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) beliefs scale
among child welfare caretakers. These opponents can object by arguing that current
frameworks are adequate for handling child welfare concerns and casting doubt on the
TIC framework's usefulness or necessity. This opposition's likely goal is to thwart
planned change that prioritizes a trauma-informed approach, which would call for
adjustments to operational procedures, training, and funding. Opponents may contend
that implementing TIC principles could draw focus away from more conventional
intervention techniques, viewing it as a challenge to long-standing customs.

Neglecting the necessity of TIC, postponing conversations, denying the prevalence of

trauma, underestimating the efficacy of studies, lying, splitting organizations, proposing
flimsy changes, disparaging researchers, destroying funding, and negotiating terms that
weaken the TIC framework while maintaining traditional practices are some strategies
used by opponents of TIC. These strategies seek to damage TIC's efficacy as well as
the reputation of its supporters.

TIC proponents might use a number of tactics to combat this opposition:

● Education and Awareness:

Offering thorough instruction and workshops to demonstrate the efficacy of TIC using
case studies and evidence-based research.
 ● Creating Alliances:

To present a unified front in support of TIC, coalitions should be formed with other child
welfare organizations, mental health advocates, and local leaders.

● Engaging Stakeholders:

Including opponents in the discussion by resolving their issues and illustrating how TIC
may benefit kids and caregivers alike.

● Data sharing:

Providing solid data that shows how TIC frameworks improve outcomes for kids and
families while refuting myths with factual support.

VIII. EVALUATION

Raising awareness of the significant effects of childhood trauma on long-term

wellbeing and adult behavior—particularly with regard to alcohol use disorders
(AUD)—is the main goal of the advocacy movement. Advocacy seeks to draw attention
to the link between early substance abuse start and adverse childhood experiences
(ACEs), highlighting the need for supportive treatments and prevention measures for
impacted kids. The goal of this project is to raise awareness among stakeholders, such
as legislators, educators, and healthcare professionals, of the value of trauma-informed
treatment and the necessity of comprehensive mental health services that take into
account the particular difficulties faced by people who have experienced childhood
trauma.

Advocacy efforts' effectiveness can be evaluated through various metrics, including

awareness surveys, engagement metrics, policy changes, participant feedback, and
long-term health outcomes. Awareness surveys measure changes in knowledge and
attitudes towards childhood trauma and AUD, engagement metrics track attendance at
workshops, and policy changes track legislative and policy amendments. Qualitative
data from participants provides deeper insights.

The data collected will help identify areas of awareness gaps, assess the
effectiveness of campaigns, and continuously improve strategies. It will also guide
funding decisions and resource allocation for programs supporting individuals affected
by childhood trauma. The demographics of those most impacted by childhood trauma
will inform targeted outreach strategies. This data will enable evidence-based
discussions about the value of trauma-informed approaches.
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