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Presented at the 20th Annual Research Conference

Advancing an Agenda to Strengthen Federal, Tribal, State and Local Policies for Children, Youth and Families Who Experience Trauma

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Session Number: 7 Room: Salon I

Presenting: Janice Cooper; Mary Compo; Tim Gawron; Arabella Perez; Julie Young; Deborah Painte

All Authors for this paper: Janice Cooper; Mary Compo; Tim Gawron; Arabella Perez; Julie Young; Deborah Painte; Jay Yoe

Presentation Type: topical discussion

Synopsis: The proportion of children and youth who experience trauma is widespread and demands a systematic response. Studies show that up to 50% of children and youth in child welfare, 60-90% of youth in juvenile justice, and 83-91% of urban youth experience trauma. Experts attribute high rates of suicide, violence and substance abuse among Native Alaskan/American Indian youth to historical trauma. Presenters report on case studies of communities implementing trauma informed systems of care using an indigenous approach, a statewide approach and a school-based integrated model. Two state-agency based infrastructural models (Illinois and Oklahoma) are also profiled.

Date: Monday, March 5, 2007

Session Time: 10:15 AM - 11:45 AM

Presentation Time: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM