Each year many Australian children experience the separation or divorce of their parents or primary caregivers. Although difficult and marked by significant changes, children’s experience of parental separation doesn’t have to be distressing or traumatic. Parents can influence their children’s experience of both the separation process and post-separation life.
Complex trauma in early childhood is distinct from other kinds of trauma. It can manifest in ways which affect body and brain development, and lead to poor long-term outcomes if not addressed. Early identification and support, including through trauma-informed practice, is critical to supporting infants and children who have experienced complex trauma.
The Longitudinal Study of Australian Children paper – August 2023
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