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Positive Parenting: Overcoming Trauma

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Trauma in childhood can affect kids’ growth in emotional and language maturity, studies say.

More than a quarter of kids in the U.S. will witness or experience a traumatic event before they turn 4 years old.

Researchers at the University of Memphis looked at 161 college students who experienced physical violence or sexual abuse during childhood.

They found certain factors, like greater family support, optimism, and positive religious coping, were associated with higher resilience among the participants.

The study suggests that parents who provide positive support, such as listening and fostering a caring, open and supportive relationship, could help children bounce back from adversity.

It’s a finding that may offer families new ways to help victims heal.

About 60 percent of adults report experiencing abuse or other difficult family circumstances during childhood.

Being exposed to these types of experiences increases the risk of depression, suicide, and substance abuse.

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