Young children are biologically programmed to seek a loving #attachment. They interpret #EmotionalNeglect as a threat & this triggers toxic stress which harms all aspects of growth. Home visit by nurses in early childhood are an effective way of improving parental attachment.

"The more healthy relationships a child has, the more likely they will be to recover from trauma & thrive. Relationships are the agents of change & the most powerful therapy is human love." Bruce D. Perry, M.D.,Ph.D. . #ACEs #AdverseChildhoodExperiences #ENDviolence #resilience #ForEveryChild

GlosComNet will offer our 'First Aid 4 Mental Health' training support for Action on ACEs Gloucestershire especially during the Covid-19 Pandemic impact on young people's Mental Health @NetworkMARCH Glos & District Sams

We help our clients understand their trauma ---> and redirect that energy into a passion. Arts and crafts have always had a positive restorative effect, it's good for mind and body. What crafts do you enjoy doing? Comment below so we can share some crafty passions!

Not everyday we make the Times 📰 TraumaAwareLaw🛠⚖️💜 alongside Scottish Violence Reduction Unit colleagues are advocating for #smarterjustice to make Scotland safer. ‘What you don’t transform…you transmit’ 𝕁𝕒𝕞𝕖𝕤 𝔻𝕠𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕣𝕥𝕪 💜

Just listening to Prof Mark Bellis again from the Action On ACEs conference. Such an insightful and interesting talk. Action on ACEs Gloucestershire

A small act of kindness could change a child’s life. #Timetobekind youtu.be/fgFU29OF0ow

‘Adverse Childhood Experiences should be seen as probalistic not deterministic’ meaning they increase the risk for poor outcomes, but are a not an absolute determinant. Another great mobilization across #Gloucestershire by Action on ACEs Gloucestershire

Parenting in a pandemic is a challenge like no other. Psychologist and child development expert Dr. Lisa Damour answers your questions on the best ways to take care of yourself and your child’s mental health during COVID-19. uni.cf/35SuH2E

Nurturing & responsive care is essential #ForEveryChild to learn, be happy and thrive

It is estimated that abuse, neglect & other #AdverseChildhoodExperiences play a role in almost a half of mental health disorders in children and almost a third in adults.

“Beyond our pain, we are more than our ACEs. Our trauma story is not our only story & it doesn’t have to be the end of our story. The dominant narrative needs always to be one of hope, strength & resilience” J Ttofa, Session 3 Conf sessions online now actionaces.org/conference/202…

We absolutely love the shirt dedication series for British & Irish Lions So clearly shows the power of sport & the role of coaches in building resilience in young people. Everyone needs a trusted adult. 👏👏👏

An emphatic witness can can change everything #ForEveryChild #Belonging #Connection #Safety

Cotswold District Council are offering free domestic abuse training to professionals. We encourage you to sign up, we can help prevent domestic abuse through education. You will then be able to join the fast growing network of Domestic Abuse Champions. GDASS @GlosGateway

Check out our Summer Activity page on our website to get regular updates about activities happening around the town & read our latest blog post from Play Gloucestershire about the importance of play! nclbcheltenham.org.uk/summer-activit… #summerofplay Lets us know what activities you have planned!

‘Our earliest experiences begin in the womb & form the template of how we see ourselves, connect with others & find our place in the world.”Dr. Gabor Maté #PostTraumaticWisdom. #ForEveryChild The best possible start in life

Our NCLB Awards 2021 will showcase & celebrate all the good things that are happening in #Cheltenham that are making a difference to young people’s lives. Nominate projects & organisations that are doing great work by 29th Oct Make a nomination here – nclbcheltenham.org.uk/nclb-awards-20…

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