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How to support a young girl after trauma A traumatised child’s nervous system is on high alert You can help by: Keeping routines predictable, meal times, school routines, bed times Speaking in a calm & steady tone Letting her know what happens next, for example : we are going to the supermarket then we will be going home Limiting any shouting, conflict or sudden changes in environment Let her lead the conversation Children often talk about trauma slowly and indirectly Helpful

What is trauma? Trauma refers to an emotional, psychological or physical response to a deeply distressing or disturbing event. It can come from a single overwhelming experience or from ongoing stress over time. How can trauma impact young girls? Every child is different, but there are common patterns that show up when a young girl experiences something overwhelming Emotional effects Young girls may: Become more anxious or fearful, especially about separation from caregivers S

ADHD is a condition that affects Attention (staying focused, organising, remembering) Impulse control (acting without thinking) Activity levels (being very active or internally restless) Common signs of ADHD can include Difficulty concentrating Forgetfulness Impulsiveness Restlessness Trouble following instructions Interrupting or talking over people Struggling with time management How does this affect young girls? Girls are more likely to have inattentive ADHD, which is quie

How young girls struggle with Autism Autism is a neurodevelopment condition that affects how a person communicates, interacts socially, processes information and experiences the world. How does this affect young girls? Autism can affect young girls in ways that are sometimes different from boys. Many girls are under diagnosed or diagnosed later because their traits can be less obvious or expressed differently Girls often mask their traits by copying others around them, such a

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